2008 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Acura MDX
To start off, 2011 Acura MDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura MDX weights approximately 514 kg more than 2008 BMW X5. 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, 2011 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2011 Acura MDX | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | X5 | MDX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1550 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 Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 79 L |
