2009 Acura RDX vs. 2009 BMW 550
To start off, both 2009 Acura RDX and 2009 BMW 550 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2009 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 212 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 550. 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RDX | 2009 BMW 550 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | RDX | 550 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 4799 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |