2005 Acura TSX vs. 2006 Dodge Durango

To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Acura TSX. (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 843 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 2006 Dodge Durango 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, 2006 Dodge Durango 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, 2006 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TSX. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TSX.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Acura TSX 2006 Dodge Durango
Make Acura Dodge
Model TSX Durango
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2352 cc 3704 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 319 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 2343 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.8 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.2 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 102 L


 

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