2005 Acura TSX vs. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TSX (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi L 200. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 Acura TSX.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TSX. (225 Nm). This means 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TSX. 2005 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 has manual transmission. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TSX | 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TSX | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 91.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
