2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2013 Acura TSX
To start off, 2013 Acura TSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2013 Acura TSX. (198 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 497 kg more than 2013 Acura TSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX 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, 2009 Cadillac SRX (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 2013 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Acura |
| Model | SRX | TSX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2071 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
