2009 Acura MDX vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, both 2009 Acura MDX and 2009 BMW 530 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,663 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 259 kg more than 2009 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530. 2009 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 2009 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | MDX | 530 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3663 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
