2009 Acura TSX vs. 2008 Ford Focus
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 Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Acura TSX. (202 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 504 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
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 Focus (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (231 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus 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 Focus | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TSX | Focus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
