2009 Acura TSX vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 502 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (170 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | TSX | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
