2005 Acura TSX vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2005 Acura TSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Acura TSX. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 635 kg more than 2005 Acura TSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TSX. (225 Nm). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TSX | 2003 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TSX | Montero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
