2002 Acura CL vs. 2005 BMW 630
To start off, 2005 BMW 630 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 BMW 630. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 BMW 630. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 630 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 2005 BMW 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL, 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 630. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura CL | 2005 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | CL | 630 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
