2006 Acura TSX vs. 2008 BMW 318
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura TSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura TSX would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Acura TSX.
Because 2008 BMW 318 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 2008 BMW 318. 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, 2008 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura TSX. 2006 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Acura TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TSX | 2008 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | TSX | 318 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
