2005 Acura TL vs. 2007 BMW X3
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 2 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 78 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Acura TL.
Because 2007 BMW X3 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, 2007 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, 2005 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TL | 2007 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | TL | X3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3209 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |
