2009 BMW 335 vs. 2004 Acura TL
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 2004 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2004 Acura TL | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | 335 | TL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3210 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
