2005 Acura TSX vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Acura TSX. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 455 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 2010 Dodge Dakota 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, 2010 Dodge Dakota 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, 2010 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TSX. (225 Nm). This means 2010 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TSX | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | TSX | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 83 L |
