2009 Acura TSX vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 57 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 2010 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (231 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 2010 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | TSX | Antara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
