2006 Acura TSX vs. 1994 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2006 Acura TSX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Intrepid. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 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, 1994 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TSX | 1994 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | TSX | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
