2009 BMW 550 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 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 2013 Acura TL. (279 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
Because 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 550. 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TL. (343 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | 550 | TL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 657 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
