2009 Acura TSX vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Korando (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 77 kg more than 2009 Acura TSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (231 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Acura | SsangYong |
| Model | TSX | Korando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
