2007 Acura TSX vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, both 2007 Acura TSX and 2007 Kia Sportage were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 66 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage. 2007 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2007 Acura TSX has manual transmission. 2007 Acura TSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TSX | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | TSX | Sportage |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |