2006 Acura TSX vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura TSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura TSX would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 367 kg more than 2006 Acura TSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TSX | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | TSX | XTS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2831 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
