2009 Acura TSX vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
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 Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 87 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. 2009 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | TSX | Touran |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
