2009 Acura TSX vs. 2009 Alpina B3
To start off, both 2009 Acura TSX and 2009 Alpina B3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2009 Acura TSX. (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 400 kg more than 2009 Alpina B3.
Because 2009 Alpina B3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (170 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TSX | 2009 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Acura | Alpina |
Model | TSX | B3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3346 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |