2005 Acura TSX vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TSX (200 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (198 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TSX weights approximately 233 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (193 Nm). This means 2005 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura TSX | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | TSX | Civic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 198 HP |
Torque | 225 Nm | 193 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1267 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1445 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |