2009 Acura TSX vs. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan.
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, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (231 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TSX | 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Acura | Dodge |
Model | TSX | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |