2006 Acura TSX vs. 2005 BMW 730
To start off, 2006 Acura TSX is newer by 1 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2006 Acura TSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 730 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura TSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TSX | 2005 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | TSX | 730 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 88 L |
