2011 Acura TSX vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton

To start off, 2011 Acura TSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 441 kg more than 2011 Acura TSX.

Because 2010 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura TSX.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Acura TSX 2010 SsangYong Rexton
Make Acura SsangYong
Model TSX Rexton
Year Released 2011 2010
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2400 cc 2696 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 183 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 402 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1574 kg 2015 kg
Vehicle Length 4714 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1839 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1438 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2708 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 78 L


 

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