2007 Acura MDX vs. 2008 BMW 550
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura MDX would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura MDX.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 550. 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, 2008 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura MDX | 2008 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | MDX | 550 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 4799 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
