2011 Acura TSX vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 2 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) has 63 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TSX weights approximately 69 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Acura TSX | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | TSX | A3 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4714 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2708 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
