2007 Acura TSX vs. 2005 Chrysler Neon
To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Neon would be higher. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Neon.
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 @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Neon. (154 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 2005 Chrysler Neon | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | TSX | Neon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 87 L |
