2006 BMW 525 vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
Because 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | 525 | TL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3700 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
