2005 Acura TSX vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 3 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Acura TSX. (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Titan weights approximately 905 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 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TSX. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TSX. 2008 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2005 Acura TSX has manual transmission. 2005 Acura TSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura TSX | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | TSX | Titan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 106 L |