2007 Acura TSX vs. 2008 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura TSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura TSX would be higher. At 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (270 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura TSX.
Because 2008 Mazda CX-9 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, 2008 Mazda CX-9 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, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 2008 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | TSX | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
