2004 Acura TSX vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura TSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura TSX would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Acura TSX. (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TSX weights approximately 42 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TSX. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TSX | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TSX | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 59 L |
