2004 Acura TSX vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2004 Acura TSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TSX (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 490 kg more than 2004 Acura TSX.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TSX. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TSX. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2004 Acura TSX has manual transmission. 2004 Acura TSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TSX | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | TSX | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
