2009 Acura RDX vs. 2012 BMW 528
To start off, 2012 BMW 528 is newer by 3 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 240 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 528 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2009 Acura RDX.
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 RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 528. (352 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RDX | 2012 BMW 528 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | RDX | 528 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1815 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 Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |