2006 Acura MDX vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Acura MDX. (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 100 kg more than 2012 BMW Z4.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW Z4. (298 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | MDX | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |
