2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2011 Acura MDX
To start off, 2011 Acura MDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Alpina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Alpina would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 200 more horse power than 2011 Acura MDX. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura MDX weights approximately 89 kg more than 2007 BMW Alpina.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 2011 Acura MDX | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | Alpina | MDX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 79 L |
