2009 Fiat Croma 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 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Croma. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Croma weights approximately 151 kg more than 2013 Acura TSX.
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 Fiat Croma (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 2013 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Fiat | Acura |
| Model | Croma | TSX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
