2007 Acura RDX vs. 2007 BMW 118
To start off, both 2007 Acura RDX and 2007 BMW 118 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 113 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 118. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118. 2007 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 118 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 118 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RDX | 2007 BMW 118 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | RDX | 118 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
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 | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |