2008 Acura TSX vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TSX weights approximately 293 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TSX | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | TSX | Polo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
