2007 Acura TL vs. 2007 BMW 318
To start off, both 2007 Acura TL and 2007 BMW 318 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
Because 2007 BMW 318 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 2007 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL, 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, 2007 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318. 2007 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 318 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.
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2007 Acura TL | 2007 BMW 318 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | TL | 318 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |