2009 Acura TSX vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Strada.
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, 2009 Acura TSX (231 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Strada. 2009 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Strada 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 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | TSX | Strada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
