2005 Acura TSX vs. 2005 Opel Agila
To start off, both 2005 Acura TSX and 2005 Opel Agila were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TSX (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2005 Opel Agila. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TSX weights approximately 450 kg more than 2005 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Acura TSX (225 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Agila. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Agila. 2005 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Agila has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Agila will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TSX | 2005 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | TSX | Agila |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
