2007 Acura MDX vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 4 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 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 85 more horse power than 2011 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 125.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 125. 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, 2007 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura MDX | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | MDX | 125 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 53 L |
