2005 Acura TSX vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, both 2005 Acura TSX and 2005 Ford Expedition were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Acura TSX. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 855 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 2005 Ford Expedition 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, 2005 Ford Expedition 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (397 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TSX. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura TSX | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | TSX | Expedition |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 397 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |