2011 BMW 120 vs. 2013 Acura MDX
To start off, 2013 Acura MDX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 120 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura MDX weights approximately 629 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 120 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 2011 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX, 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 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 120 | 2013 Acura MDX | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | 120 | MDX |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2238 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1733 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 79 L |
