2008 Acura TSX vs. 2010 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura TSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura TSX would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2008 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TSX weights approximately 100 kg more than 2010 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2010 Porsche Cayman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TSX | 2010 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | TSX | Cayman |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1306 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |