2005 Acura TSX vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 7 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TSX (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Ford Escape. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 157 kg more than 2005 Acura TSX.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura TSX | 2012 Ford Escape | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | TSX | Escape |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1657 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4437 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 57 L |