2005 Acura TSX vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TSX (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 259 kg more than 2005 Acura TSX.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (305 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TSX. (225 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TSX. 2005 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sportage 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 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | TSX | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
