Acura TSX vs. Volkswagen Passat
When we compare the Acura TSX's and the Volkswagen Passat's specifications and ratings, the Acura TSX has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The Volkswagen Passat has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Acura TSX and Volkswagen Passat have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Acura TSX's and the Volkswagen Passat's specifications and ratings, the Acura TSX is a better car than the Volkswagen Passat.
Acura TSX vs. Volkswagen Passat Pricing
A used 2014 Acura TSX ranges from $9,990 to $19,673 while a used 2014 Volkswagen Passat is priced between $6,957 to $15,991.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Acura TSX’s base engine makes 201 horsepower, and the Volkswagen Passat base engine makes 170 horsepower. Both the TSX and the Passat are rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 574 and 592 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Acura TSX has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more , and front shoulder room. The Volkswagen Passat has the advantage in the areas of front head room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Acura TSX and Volkswagen Passat are comparable in regards to front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Volkswagen Passat has an average safety rating of 4.77 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
9990 - 19673
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
6957 - 15991
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.479679
Acura TSX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Volkswagen Passat Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.048 / 10
Reliability:
7.704001 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
9.5 / 10
Acura TSX Rankings
Not yet available
Volkswagen Passat Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 2Ranking
8 out of / 13Ranking
9 out of / 13Ranking
9 out of / 13Ranking
11 out of / 13Ranking
12 out of / 13Ranking
12 out of / 13Ranking
13 out of / 13Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Acura TSX Trim Levels
Base, Special Edition, V-6 w/Tech, w/Tech
Volkswagen Passat Trim Levels
1.8T S, 1.8T S PZEV, 1.8T SE, 1.8T SE PZEV, 1.8T SEL Premium, 1.8T SEL Premium PZEV, 1.8T Sport, 1.8T Sport PZEV, 1.8T Wolfsburg Edition, 1.8T Wolfsburg Edition PZEV, 2.0L TDI SE, 2.0L TDI SEL Premium, 2.5L S, 2.5L S PZEV, 2.5L SE, 2.5L SE PZEV, 2.5L Wolfsburg Edition, 2.5L Wolfsburg Edition PZEV, 3.6L V6 SE, 3.6L V6 SEL Premium
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.77 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
201 hp @ 7000 rpm
Torque:
170 foot-lbs @ 4300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
170 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
177 foot-lbs @ 4250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 31 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
407 / 574 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
5
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 32 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
407 / 592 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
37 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Cargo Space:
14 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
108.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57 inches
Cargo Space:
15.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
102.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3470 lbs
Width:
72.4 inches
Height:
56.7 inches
Length:
185.6 inches
Wheelbase:
106.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3166 lbs
Width:
72.2 inches
Height:
58.5 inches
Length:
191.6 inches
Wheelbase:
110.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/50R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P215/60R16