2004 Acura TSX vs. 2004 Ford Freestar
To start off, both 2004 Acura TSX and 2004 Ford Freestar were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TSX (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 439 kg more than 2004 Acura TSX.
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 Ford Freestar (325 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TSX. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TSX. 2004 Ford Freestar 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. 2004 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TSX | 2004 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TSX | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |
