2009 Acura TSX vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, both 2009 Acura TSX and 2009 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 63 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 513 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. 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 Audi A6 (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (231 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX. 2009 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A6 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.
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2009 Acura TSX | 2009 Audi A6 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | TSX | A6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |