2013 Acura TSX vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, both 2013 Acura TSX and 2013 Acura TL were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2013 Acura TSX. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 226 kg more than 2013 Acura TSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL 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 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TSX. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TSX. 2013 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 2013 Acura TL has manual transmission. 2013 Acura TL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Acura TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Acura TSX | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Acura | Acura |
| Model | TSX | TL |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4714 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2708 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
