2009 Acura RDX vs. 2009 BMW 545
To start off, both 2009 Acura RDX and 2009 BMW 545 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 545 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2009 Acura RDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura RDX 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 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RDX. 2009 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 545 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 545 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Acura RDX | 2009 BMW 545 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | RDX | 545 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |