2003 Acura TL vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura TL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 257 kg more than 2003 Acura TL.
Because 2006 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 2006 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Acura TL, 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, 2006 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura TL | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | TL | 530 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2993 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
