2011 Acura TSX vs. 2012 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2012 Renault Trafic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Acura TSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Acura TSX would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2012 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Trafic.
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, 2012 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura TSX. 2011 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Trafic has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Trafic 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 | 2012 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | TSX | Trafic |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4714 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2708 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
