2008 Acura TSX vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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 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 4 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 231 kg more than 2008 Acura TSX.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TSX | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TSX | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| 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 | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4592 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
