2002 Volvo XC90 vs. 2011 Acura TSX
To start off, 2011 Acura TSX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo XC90 (268 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2011 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 568 kg more than 2011 Acura TSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 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, 2002 Volvo XC90 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volvo XC90 | 2011 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Volvo | Acura |
| Model | XC90 | TSX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
