2009 Acura TSX vs. 2011 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Volvo V70 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TSX.
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 Volvo V70 (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (231 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TSX | 2011 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Acura | Volvo |
Model | TSX | V70 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |