2011 Acura RDX vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Acura RDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Acura RDX would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2011 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 162 kg more than 2011 Acura RDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 BMW 5 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura RDX. (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Acura RDX | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | RDX | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4636 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1869 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
