2005 Chevrolet Blazer 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 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TSX (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TSX weights approximately 2 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. 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 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TSX. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2013 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Blazer | TSX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
