2009 Acura TSX vs. 2009 GMC Yukon

To start off, both 2009 Acura TSX and 2009 GMC Yukon were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2009 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 583 kg more than 2009 Acura TSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon. 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 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2009 Acura TSX has manual transmission. 2009 Acura TSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Acura TSX 2009 GMC Yukon
Make Acura GMC
Model TSX Yukon
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 5326 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 234 Nm 454 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 9 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1852 kg 2435 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1960 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2950 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.4 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 98 L


 

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