2005 Acura TSX vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TSX (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 355 kg more than 2005 Acura TSX.
Because 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TSX. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura TSX | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Acura | Hyundai |
Model | TSX | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |