2004 Acura TSX vs. 2011 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 7 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TSX (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 662 kg more than 2004 Acura TSX.
Because 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TSX. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura TSX | 2011 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Acura | Hyundai |
Model | TSX | Terracan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |