2009 Acura RL vs. 2005 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320.
Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 2005 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | RL | 320 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 63 L |
