2009 Toyota Corolla vs. 2008 Acura CSX
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura CSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura CSX would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura CSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura CSX (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 17 kg more than 2008 Acura CSX.
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, 2008 Acura CSX (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Acura CSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Corolla | 2008 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Corolla | CSX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
