2009 BMW 530 vs. 2010 Acura TSX
To start off, 2010 Acura TSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura TSX weights approximately 222 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
Because 2009 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura TSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura TSX. (233 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 2010 Acura TSX | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | 530 | TSX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
