2005 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Acura TSX
To start off, 2012 Acura TSX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TSX weights approximately 356 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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, 2012 Acura TSX (230 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (133 Nm). This means 2012 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2012 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | Civic | TSX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1666 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
