2008 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TSX weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Acura TSX (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Camry | 2012 Acura TSX | |
Make | Toyota | Acura |
Model | Camry | TSX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |