2009 Acura TSX vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 777 kg more than 2009 Acura TSX.
Because 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom. 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (170 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Acura | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | TSX | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 2629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5612 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1987 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1598 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
