2009 Acura TSX vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 407 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (170 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | TSX | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2651 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
