2004 Ginetta G34 vs. 2004 Acura TSX
To start off, both 2004 Ginetta G34 and 2004 Acura TSX were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TSX (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TSX weights approximately 690 kg more than 2004 Ginetta G34. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ginetta G34 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ginetta G34. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura TSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TSX. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TSX. 2004 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 2004 Ginetta G34 has manual transmission. 2004 Ginetta G34 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Acura TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ginetta G34 | 2004 Acura TSX | |
Make | Ginetta | Acura |
Model | G34 | TSX |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1460 mm |