2006 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2013 Acura TSX
To start off, 2013 Acura TSX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TSX (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 379 kg more than 2013 Acura TSX.
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 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TSX. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota 4Runner | 2013 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | 4Runner | TSX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4670 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.2 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
