2009 Acura RDX vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Acura RDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Acura RDX would be higher. At 2,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RDX (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 BMW 525. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura RDX weights approximately 64 kg more than 2011 BMW 525. 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 2011 BMW 525. 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, 2011 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RDX. (260 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RDX | 2011 BMW 525 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | RDX | 525 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2297 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |