2009 Acura TSX vs. 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 2,501 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 496 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit. 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, 2009 Acura TSX (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit. (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TSX | 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | TSX | Rabbit |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |