2007 Acura TSX vs. 2007 Audi A3
To start off, both 2007 Acura TSX and 2007 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura TSX.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 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, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TSX. 2007 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Acura TSX | 2007 Audi A3 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | TSX | A3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |