2005 Acura TSX vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Acura TSX. (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 2 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.
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, 2011 Kia Sportage (358 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TSX. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TSX. 2011 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2005 Acura TSX has manual transmission. 2005 Acura TSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura TSX | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | TSX | Sportage |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |