2005 Acura TSX vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 4 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TSX (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Honda Element. (164 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Element.
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 @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura TSX | 2009 Honda Element | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | TSX | Element |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |