2009 Acura TSX vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Acura TSX. (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 244 kg more than 2013 Toyota Avalon.
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, 2013 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (170 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TSX | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | TSX | Avalon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |