2009 Acura TSX vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 198 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 222 kg more than 2012 SsangYong Chairman H.
Because 2012 SsangYong Chairman H is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (170 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 2012 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Acura | SsangYong |
| Model | TSX | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
