2007 Acura TSX vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 2 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 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2007 Acura TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | TSX | Polo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
