2006 Acura TSX vs. 2005 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2006 Acura TSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TSX weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Toyota Prius. 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, 2006 Acura TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura TSX | 2005 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | TSX | Prius |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |