2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Acura CSX
To start off, both 2008 Porsche 911 and 2008 Acura CSX were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2008 Acura CSX. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura CSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 139 kg more than 2008 Acura CSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Acura CSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Porsche 911 | 2008 Acura CSX | |
Make | Porsche | Acura |
Model | 911 | CSX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |