2005 Audi S4 vs. 2013 Acura TSX
To start off, 2013 Acura TSX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2013 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 266 kg more than 2013 Acura TSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TSX. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2013 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | S4 | TSX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
