2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2012 Acura TSX
To start off, 2012 Acura TSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2012 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1134 kg more than 2012 Acura TSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2012 Acura TSX | |
Make | Land Rover | Acura |
Model | Range Rover Sport | TSX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4714 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |