2005 Acura TSX vs. 2007 Chevrolet Epica
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Epica is newer by 2 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), 2005 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TSX (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Epica weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Acura TSX.
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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. (195 Nm). This means 2005 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Epica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TSX | 2007 Chevrolet Epica | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | TSX | Epica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
