2003 Acura CL vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura CL | 2006 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | CL | 325 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2997 cc |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
