2007 Acura TL vs. 2005 BMW X5

To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 720 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.

Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TL. 2007 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Acura TL 2005 BMW X5
Make Acura BMW
Model TL X5
Year Released 2007 2005
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3201 cc 2926 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 258 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 316 Nm 520 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.1 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 2170 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 8.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 93 L


 

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