1996 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2013 Acura TSX
To start off, 2013 Acura TSX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TSX weights approximately 69 kg more than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. 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, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (305 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Intrepid | 2013 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Dodge | Acura |
| Model | Intrepid | TSX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3228 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
