2007 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Acura MDX
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 449 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 2010 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2010 Acura MDX | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | 325 | MDX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |
