2005 Acura TSX vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura TSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura TSX would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Acura TSX. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2005 Acura TSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 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, 2010 Audi A8 (440 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TSX. (225 Nm). This means 2010 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura TSX | 2010 Audi A8 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | TSX | A8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 440 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5192 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3073 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |