2008 Acura TSX vs. 2008 Cadillac SRX
To start off, both 2008 Acura TSX and 2008 Cadillac SRX were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 361 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.
Because 2008 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX 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, 2008 Cadillac SRX (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TSX | 2008 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | TSX | SRX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 3562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |