2009 Acura TL vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 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 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 287 kg more than 2006 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 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 TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 2006 BMW 525 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | TL | 525 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |