2008 Acura TSX vs. 2013 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKX 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKX (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 735 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 2013 Lincoln MKX 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 Lincoln MKX 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 Lincoln MKX (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TSX | 2013 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Acura | Lincoln |
| Model | TSX | MKX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4742 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2222 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
