2008 Acura TSX vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1037 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 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TSX | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | TSX | Silverado |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 2311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 98 L |