2008 Acura TSX vs. 2011 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 3 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 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
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, 2008 Acura TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TSX | 2011 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Acura | Hyundai |
Model | TSX | Elantra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 177 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 48 L |