2007 Acura TSX vs. 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon
To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon 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 57 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon.
Because 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TSX. 2007 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | TSX | Crosswagon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
