2008 Acura RDX vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura RDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura RDX would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 470 kg more than 2008 Acura RDX. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RDX | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | RDX | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
