2005 Acura TL vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,209 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 175 kg more than 2005 Acura TL.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 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, 2005 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TL | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | TL | 530 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3209 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
