2003 Acura TL vs. 2008 BMW X3
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 5 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, 2008 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Acura TL. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 187 kg more than 2003 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 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, 2008 BMW X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura TL | 2008 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | TL | X3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2979 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |
