2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2012 Acura TSX
To start off, 2012 Acura TSX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TSX weights approximately 118 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (252 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TSX. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2012 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Colorado | TSX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
