2006 BMW M5 vs. 2013 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2013 Acura ZDX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2013 Acura ZDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura ZDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ZDX weights approximately 258 kg more than 2006 BMW M5.
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 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ZDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ZDX. 2013 Acura ZDX has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Acura ZDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 BMW M5 | 2013 Acura ZDX | |
Make | BMW | Acura |
Model | M5 | ZDX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 2013 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2174 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1596 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |