2005 Acura TSX vs. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura TSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura TSX would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Acura TSX. (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TSX weights approximately 422 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TSX. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TSX. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2005 Acura TSX has manual transmission. 2005 Acura TSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TSX | 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | TSX | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |
