2007 Acura TSX vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan

To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 3 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 37 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan.

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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TSX.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Acura TSX 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
Make Acura Volkswagen
Model TSX Sharan
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2398 cc 2000 cc
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 205 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 222 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4854 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1904 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2919 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 7.8 L/100km 5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.7 L/100km 7.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 5.8 L/100km


 

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