2009 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Acura RL
To start off, 2011 Acura RL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RL weights approximately 532 kg more than 2009 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura RL 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, 2011 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2011 Acura RL | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | 325 | RL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 73 L |
