2008 Acura TSX vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 284 kg more than 2008 Acura TSX.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TSX | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | TSX | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |