2005 Acura TSX vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Acura TSX. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TSX weights approximately 563 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Because 2011 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura TSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Exige (230 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TSX. (225 Nm). This means 2011 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TSX. 2005 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 2011 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2011 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TSX | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Acura | Lotus |
| Model | TSX | Exige |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 44 L |
