2007 Acura TSX vs. 2000 Pontiac Piranha
To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Piranha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Piranha would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Piranha (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Piranha should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2007 Acura TSX (222 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. (203 Nm). This means 2007 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Piranha.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 2000 Pontiac Piranha | |
| Make | Acura | Pontiac |
| Model | TSX | Piranha |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
