2007 Acura TSX vs. 2009 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC90 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC90 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura TSX.
Because 2009 Volvo XC90 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, 2009 Volvo XC90 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, 2009 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 2009 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | TSX | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
