2010 Acura TSX vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Acura TSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Acura TSX would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 248 kg more than 2010 Acura TSX.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura TSX. (233 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Acura TSX | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | TSX | X3 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4714 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2708 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |