2006 Acura TSX vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 113 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 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura TSX | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | TSX | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.4:1 |
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 | 1563 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2803 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |