2009 Acura TSX vs. 2007 Acura TL

To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Acura TSX. (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 402 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.

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, 2007 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (170 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Acura TSX 2007 Acura TL
Make Acura Acura
Model TSX TL
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 3201 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 198 HP 258 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 316 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.1 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1852 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.6 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.4 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 64 L


 

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