2009 Acura TSX vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Acura TSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Acura TSX would be higher. At 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2009 Acura TSX. (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TSX.
Because 2010 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 830 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (170 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | TSX | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
