2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2011 Acura TSX
To start off, 2011 Acura TSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2011 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura TSX.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2011 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Tahoe | TSX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
