2008 Acura TSX vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 449 kg more than 2008 Acura TSX.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TSX. 2008 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TSX | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | TSX | Sharan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1723 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2919 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |