2003 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Acura TSX
To start off, 2010 Acura TSX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura TSX weights approximately 2 kg more than 2003 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 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, 2003 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura TSX. (233 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 330 | 2010 Acura TSX | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | 330 | TSX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
