2009 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2013 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 386 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 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger (536 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 2013 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Dodge | Acura |
| Model | Charger | TSX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 368 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
