2007 Acura MDX vs. 2005 BMW 530
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2005 BMW 530 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura MDX | 2005 BMW 530 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | MDX | 530 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |