2007 Acura TSX vs. 2004 BMW 120
To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 120 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 120.
Because 2004 BMW 120 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 2004 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX, 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 TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 2004 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | TSX | 120 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
