2006 Acura TSX vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 7 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TSX weights approximately 46 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TSX | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | TSX | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
