2009 Acura TL vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 Acura TL.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 2003 BMW 330 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | TL | 330 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |