2009 Acura MDX vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Acura MDX would be higher. 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 4 more horse power than 2013 BMW X3. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 131 kg more than 2009 Acura MDX.
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 X3 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | MDX | X3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3663 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 67 L |
