2007 Acura TSX vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 4 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2007 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura TSX.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 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, 2011 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TSX | 2011 Audi R8 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | TSX | R8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2398 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |