2007 BMW 525 vs. 2013 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2013 Acura ZDX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ZDX weights approximately 333 kg more than 2007 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 2013 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | 525 | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| 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 | 215 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2174 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1596 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
