2009 BMW 745 vs. 2011 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2011 Acura ZDX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Acura ZDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura ZDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura ZDX weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 BMW 745.
Because 2011 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura ZDX 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 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura ZDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura ZDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 745 | 2011 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | 745 | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 79 L |
