2007 Acura RDX vs. 2003 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2003 BMW 320. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 320.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX 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 RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 320. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RDX | 2003 BMW 320 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | RDX | 320 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |