2005 Acura TSX vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TSX (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TSX weights approximately 145 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Acura TSX (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura TSX | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | TSX | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |