2009 Acura TSX vs. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 2 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), 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Acura TSX. (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 89 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour.
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, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (170 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TSX | 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | TSX | Accord Crosstour |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1763 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |