2005 Acura TSX vs. 2011 Ford Ka
To start off, 2011 Ford Ka is newer by 6 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 @ 6800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ka.
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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura TSX | 2011 Ford Ka | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | TSX | Ka |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |