2007 BMW 523 vs. 2007 Acura CSX
To start off, both 2007 BMW 523 and 2007 Acura CSX were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura CSX (197 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2007 BMW 523. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 523 weights approximately 187 kg more than 2007 Acura CSX.
Because 2007 BMW 523 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 523. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura CSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. 2007 BMW 523 has automatic transmission and 2007 Acura CSX has manual transmission. 2007 Acura CSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 523 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 523 | 2007 Acura CSX | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | 523 | CSX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 197 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
