2011 Acura TSX vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (134 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TSX weights approximately 167 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (201 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Acura TSX | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | TSX | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4714 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2708 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
