2006 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Acura CSX
To start off, 2007 Acura CSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Acura CSX. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura CSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 163 kg more than 2007 Acura CSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 330 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 2006 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura CSX, 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, 2006 BMW 330 (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 2007 Acura CSX | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | 330 | CSX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
