2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2011 Acura TSX
To start off, 2011 Acura TSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2011 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 567 kg more than 2011 Acura TSX. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Impala | 2011 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Impala | TSX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5670 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
