2005 Acura TSX vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura TSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura TSX would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Acura TSX. (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TSX weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TSX. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura TSX | 2007 BMW 325 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | TSX | 325 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |