2007 Acura RL vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RL | 2006 BMW 325 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | RL | 325 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2997 cc |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 87.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 61 L |