2012 Acura TL vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Acura TL | 2007 BMW 525 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | TL | 525 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4928 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |