2005 BMW 545 vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Acura TL. (305 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 BMW 545.
Because 2012 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL 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 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 545 | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | 545 | TL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
