2011 Nissan Rogue vs. 2013 Acura TSX
To start off, 2013 Acura TSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan Rogue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan Rogue would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TSX weights approximately 64 kg more than 2011 Nissan Rogue. 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 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Rogue | 2013 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Nissan | Acura |
| Model | Rogue | TSX |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4656 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
