2009 BMW 525 vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL 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 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | 525 | TL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
