2011 Acura MDX vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, both 2011 Acura MDX and 2011 BMW Z4 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 300 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. 2011 Acura MDX weights approximately 474 kg more than 2011 BMW Z4.
Because 2011 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura MDX 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 Z4 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura MDX. 2011 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Acura MDX | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | MDX | Z4 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2064 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4867 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1732 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |