2007 Acura RDX vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 6 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | RDX | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1434 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
