2009 Acura TSX vs. 2005 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Acura TSX. (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 154 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 2005 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | TSX | A4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
