2004 Acura TSX vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2004 Acura TSX and 2004 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 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 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 678 kg more than 2004 Acura TSX.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TSX. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TSX. 2004 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. 2004 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TSX | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | TSX | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3491 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 | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93.1 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 | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
