2007 Acura RDX vs. 2013 BMW M5
To start off, 2013 BMW M5 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 4,395 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M5 (493 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2007 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RDX.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW M5. 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, 2013 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 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 2013 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 2013 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 | 2013 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | RDX | M5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4863 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1846 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2889 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 19.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
