2008 Acura TSX vs. 1999 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 Acura TSX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TSX weights approximately 290 kg more than 1999 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Acura TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TSX | 1999 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | TSX | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
