2003 BMW X5 vs. 2003 Acura MDX
In comparing the 2003 BMW X5's and the 2003 Acura MDX's specifications and ratings, The 2003 Acura MDX has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2003 BMW X5's and the 2003 Acura MDX's specifications and ratings, the 2003 Acura MDX is a better car than the 2003 BMW X5.
2003 BMW X5 vs. 2003 Acura MDX Pricing
A used 2003 BMW X5 ranges from $3,666 to $10,291 while a used 2003 Acura MDX is priced between $3,354 to $9,882.
2003 BMW X5 vs. 2003 Acura MDX Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2003 BMW X5 loses 53.8 percent of its value and the 2003 Acura MDX loses 53.7 percent of its value. This means the 2003 Acura MDX retains 0.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2003 BMW X5.
2003 BMW X5 vs. 2003 Acura MDX Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW X5 is 7.8 out of 10 while the Acura MDX's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the BMW X5 being ranked 9 out of 21 Best Luxury Midsize SUVs and the Acura MDX being ranked 1 out of 21. Out of 33 Best Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows, the BMW X5 is ranked 14 and the Acura MDX is ranked 1. The BMW X5 is also ranked 20 out of 68 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs while the Acura MDX is ranked 1 out of 68.
2003 BMW X5 vs. 2003 Acura MDX Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW X5 is 8.4 out of 10. For the Acura MDX the reliability rating is 9.4 out of 10. This gives the Acura MDX an advantage in reliability compared to the BMW X5.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2003 BMW X5’s base engine makes 225 horsepower, and the 2003 Acura MDX base engine makes 260 horsepower. The X5 is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 456 miles. The MDX is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 399 miles.This gives the 2003 Acura MDX the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2003 BMW X5 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2003 Acura MDX has higher safety ratings than the 2003 BMW X5, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3666 - 10291
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.537963
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3354 - 9882
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.537302
BMW X5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.784918 / 10
Reliability:
8.354753 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Acura MDX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.801055 / 10
Reliability:
9.403166 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW X5 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 68Ranking
4 out of / 21Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
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6 out of / 68Ranking
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10 out of / 68Ranking
10 out of / 61Ranking
10 out of / 33Ranking
11 out of / 21Ranking
12 out of / 68Ranking
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15 out of / 30Ranking
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19 out of / 33Ranking
20 out of / 68Ranking
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22 out of / 33Ranking
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29 out of / 68Ranking
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46 out of / 59Ranking
55 out of / 68Ranking
55 out of / 61Acura MDX Rankings
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1 out of / 68Ranking
1 out of / 68Ranking
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1 out of / 33Ranking
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5 out of / 21Ranking
7 out of / 33Ranking
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14 out of / 68Ranking
15 out of / 68Ranking
15 out of / 24Ranking
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25 out of / 68Ranking
25 out of / 33Ranking
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29 out of / 68Ranking
29 out of / 33Ranking
31 out of / 59Ranking
36 out of / 68Ranking
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46 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2003 BMW X5 Trim Levels
3.0i, 4.4i, 4.6is
2003 Acura MDX Trim Levels
Base, Touring, Touring w/Navi, Touring w/Navi w/RES, Touring w/RES
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
225 hp @ 5900 rpm
Torque:
214 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.050 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5000 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
260 hp @ 5750 rpm
Torque:
250 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3500 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 19 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
336 / 456 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 21 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
285 / 399 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.2 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
39 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
61.1 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4533 lbs
Width:
73.7 inches
Height:
67.5 inches
Length:
183.7 inches
Wheelbase:
111 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4420 lbs
Width:
77 inches
Height:
68.7 inches
Length:
188.5 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/65R17