2009 Acura TSX vs. 2010 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avalon 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 205 kg more than 2010 Toyota Avalon.
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 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (231 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TSX | 2010 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | TSX | Avalon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2819 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |