2004 Acura TSX vs. 2007 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 3 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TSX (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 281 kg more than 2004 Acura TSX.
Because 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TSX. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TSX. 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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. 2007 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Acura TSX | 2007 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Acura | Hyundai |
Model | TSX | Tucson |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75 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 | 1781 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |