2002 BMW 318 vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 375 kg more than 2002 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL 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, 2011 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 318 | 2011 Acura TL | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | 318 | TL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
