2008 Acura TSX vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2008 Acura TSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 184 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, 2006 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TSX | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | TSX | S40 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
