2008 Acura MDX vs. 2008 BMW 318
To start off, both 2008 Acura MDX and 2008 BMW 318 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Acura MDX.
Because 2008 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX 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, 2008 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura MDX | 2008 BMW 318 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | MDX | 318 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 63 L |