2007 Acura RDX vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 3 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 2007 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RDX.
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, 2010 BMW X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | RDX | X5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2934 mm |
