2005 Acura TSX vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Acura TSX. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 35 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 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TSX. (225 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TSX | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | TSX | Armada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 106 L |
