2008 Acura TSX vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 5 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) has 8 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Acura TSX.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TSX | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | TSX | A3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
