2009 Acura TSX vs. 2013 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 4 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2009 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 3 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Virage.
Because 2013 Aston Martin Virage 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 2013 Aston Martin Virage. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (231 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 2013 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
| Model | TSX | Virage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2061 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
