2009 Acura TSX vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (145 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 358 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis. 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 (231 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | TSX | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
