2011 Acura TSX vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Acura TSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Accord would be higher. Both 2011 Acura TSX and 2010 Honda Accord are equipped with a 2,400 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TSX weights approximately 109 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Acura TSX (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord. 2011 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Acura TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Acura TSX | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | TSX | Accord |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4714 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2708 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
