2009 Acura TSX vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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 62 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 Acura TSX.
Because 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (231 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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 Kyron | |
| Make | Acura | SsangYong |
| Model | TSX | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
