2009 Acura TL vs. 2005 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (227 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530.
Because 2005 BMW 530 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 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL, 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 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (254 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 2005 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | TL | 530 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
