2009 Acura TSX vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, both 2009 Acura TSX and 2009 Smart ForTwo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2009 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo. 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 Acura TSX (170 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo. 2009 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 2009 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2009 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Acura | Smart |
Model | TSX | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 81.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 2700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 33 L |