2005 BMW 730 vs. 2011 Acura TL

To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 178 kg more than 2011 Acura TL.

Because 2011 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura TL.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 730 2011 Acura TL
Make BMW Acura
Model 730 TL
Year Released 2005 2011
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 3700 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 225 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1975 kg 1797 kg
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 4966 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1453 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2776 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.4 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.3 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 70 L


 

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