2008 Acura TSX vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTD 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 37 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen GTD weights approximately 135 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, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TSX. 2008 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen GTD has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen GTD 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 | 2012 Volkswagen GTD | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | TSX | GTD |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
