2005 Acura TSX vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Acura TSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2005 Acura TSX. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TSX weights approximately 35 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TSX. (225 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TSX | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | TSX | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 5968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
