2007 Alpina D3 vs. 2012 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2012 Acura ZDX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alpina D3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alpina D3 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina D3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Acura ZDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura ZDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura ZDX weights approximately 482 kg more than 2007 Alpina D3.
Because 2012 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alpina D3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura ZDX 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, 2012 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alpina D3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alpina D3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina D3 | 2012 Acura ZDX | |
Make | Alpina | Acura |
Model | D3 | ZDX |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2007 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1595 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |