2001 Acura TL vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 675 kg more than 2001 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X5 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura TL | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | TL | X5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |