2012 BMW X3 vs. 2004 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 297 kg more than 2004 Acura TL.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura TL. 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 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TL. (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X3 | 2004 Acura TL | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | X3 | TL |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1881 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1675 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |
