2008 Acura TSX vs. 2001 Acura CL
To start off, 2008 Acura TSX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura CL weights approximately 306 kg more than 2008 Acura TSX. 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, 2001 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TSX | 2001 Acura CL | |
| Make | Acura | Acura |
| Model | TSX | CL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
