2009 Acura TSX vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 3 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2009 Acura TSX (170 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. 2009 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 2012 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2012 Daihatsu Terios 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 | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Acura | Daihatsu |
| Model | TSX | Terios |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
