2005 Acura TSX vs. 2011 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2011 Lada Kalina 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 142 more horse power than 2011 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TSX weights approximately 420 kg more than 2011 Lada Kalina. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TSX | 2011 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Acura | Lada |
| Model | TSX | Kalina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
