2009 BMW 528 vs. 2006 Acura CSX
To start off, 2009 BMW 528 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura CSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura CSX would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Acura CSX. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura CSX.
Because 2009 BMW 528 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Acura CSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 528 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 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 528 | 2006 Acura CSX | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | 528 | CSX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
