2007 Acura RDX vs. 2009 BMW 118
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 2 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 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 106 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 2009 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | RDX | 118 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| 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 | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
