2005 Acura RL vs. 2007 BMW X5
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura RL would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (283 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2005 Acura RL.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura RL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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, 2007 BMW X5 (440 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RL. (353 Nm). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RL | 2007 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | RL | X5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 93 L |
