2009 Acura TSX vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera

To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 2009 Acura TSX. (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 118 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 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (170 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX. 2009 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Panamera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Acura TSX 2011 Porsche Panamera
Make Acura Porsche
Model TSX Panamera
Year Released 2009 2011
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 4800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 198 HP 500 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 699 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 2250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1852 kg 1970 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4968 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1417 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2918 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.6 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.9 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 100 L


 

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