2009 Acura TL vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Acura TL 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 (306 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2013 BMW X1. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 162 kg more than 2013 BMW X1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X1. (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 2013 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | TL | X1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4484 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2044 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
