2007 Acura TSX vs. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner
To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Trailrunner would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner.
Because 1997 Nissan Trailrunner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner 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, 2007 Acura TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. (200 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 1997 Nissan Trailrunner | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | TSX | Trailrunner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
