2006 Acura TSX vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura TSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura TSX would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback weights approximately 158 kg more than 2006 Acura TSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TSX | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Acura | Subaru |
| Model | TSX | Outback |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
