2000 Acura TL vs. 2009 BMW X5
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura TL would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2000 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura TL weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 BMW X5.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 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 X5 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura TL | 2009 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | TL | X5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |
