2008 Acura TL vs. 2013 BMW X6 M
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 M is newer by 5 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 M (547 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 M should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 M weights approximately 837 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, 2013 BMW X6 M (678 Nm @ 5650 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2013 BMW X6 M | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | TL | X6 M |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4876 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2195 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |