2009 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2011 Acura CSX
To start off, 2011 Acura CSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2011 Acura CSX. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura CSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura CSX weights approximately 233 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
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 Hyundai Sonata (311 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Sonata | 2011 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Hyundai | Acura |
| Model | Sonata | CSX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 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 | 1110 kg | 1343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
