2007 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Acura MDX
To start off, 2012 Acura MDX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 136 kg more than 2012 Acura MDX. 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, 2007 BMW X5 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X5 | 2012 Acura MDX | |
Make | BMW | Acura |
Model | X5 | MDX |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2064 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 79 L |