2009 Acura TSX vs. 2008 Ford Edge
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Edge would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Acura TSX. (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 742 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge.
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, 2008 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (170 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 2008 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TSX | Edge |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
