2007 Acura RDX vs. 2008 BMW M5
To start off, 2008 BMW M5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura RDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura RDX would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2007 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RDX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RDX. 2007 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW M5 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 | 2008 BMW M5 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | RDX | M5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 4999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |