2009 Acura TL vs. 2009 BMW X3
To start off, both 2009 Acura TL and 2009 BMW X3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 157 more horse power than 2009 BMW X3. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X3 weights approximately 206 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, 2009 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X3. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 2009 BMW X3 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | TL | X3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
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 | 305 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |