2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2011 Acura TSX
To start off, 2011 Acura TSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2011 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 142 kg more than 2011 Acura TSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2011 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | F-150 | TSX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
