2005 Acura TL vs. 2003 BMW 520
To start off, 2005 Acura TL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TL (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 87 kg more than 2005 Acura TL.
Because 2003 BMW 520 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 2003 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Acura TL (323 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura TL | 2003 BMW 520 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | TL | 520 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 210 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |