2004 Acura TSX vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Acura TSX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TSX (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Camry. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TSX weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 Toyota Camry. 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, 2004 Acura TSX (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Camry. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TSX | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | TSX | Camry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
