2007 Acura TSX vs. 2005 BMW 740
To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2007 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura TSX.
Because 2005 BMW 740 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 2005 BMW 740. 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, 2005 BMW 740 (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 2005 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | TSX | 740 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 88 L |
