2007 Acura RL vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL 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, 2007 Acura RL (348 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 2008 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | RL | 525 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2494 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
