2009 Acura TSX vs. 2007 Audi A3

To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 436 kg more than 2007 Audi A3. 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, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (170 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Acura TSX 2007 Audi A3
Make Acura Audi
Model TSX A3
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 198 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.1 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1852 kg 1416 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.6 L/100km 4.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.9 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.4 L/100km 5.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L