2008 Acura TL vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 463 kg more than 2008 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 BMW X3 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL. 2012 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2008 Acura TL has manual transmission. 2008 Acura TL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | TL | X3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |
