2009 Acura TSX vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ

To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2009 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 173 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 2011 Jaguar XJ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (231 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Acura TSX 2011 Jaguar XJ
Make Acura Jaguar
Model TSX XJ
Year Released 2009 2011
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 510 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 231 Nm 624 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1788 kg 1961 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 5248 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1895 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1448 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 3157 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.8 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.2 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 82 L


 

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