2008 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2012 Acura TSX
To start off, 2012 Acura TSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2012 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TSX weights approximately 38 kg more than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | 2012 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Nissan | Acura |
| Model | Pathfinder | TSX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
