2009 BMW X6 vs. 2010 Acura TL
To start off, 2010 Acura TL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW X6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW X6 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 BMW X6. (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 353 kg more than 2010 Acura TL.
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 X6 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 2010 Acura TL | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | X6 | TL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4966 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
