2002 Acura CL vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 7 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 (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
Because 2009 BMW 530 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 2009 BMW 530. 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, 2009 BMW 530 (481 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura CL | 2009 BMW 530 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | CL | 530 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
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 | 225 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 481 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |