2006 Acura TSX vs. 2006 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, both 2006 Acura TSX and 2006 Chevrolet SSR were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2006 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TSX weights approximately 372 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Because 2006 Chevrolet SSR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet SSR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura TSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura TSX. 2006 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet SSR has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet SSR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Acura TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Acura TSX | 2006 Chevrolet SSR | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | TSX | SSR |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 401 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |