2009 Acura TSX vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 447 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TSX | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
