2007 Acura TSX vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura TSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura TSX 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 107 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight.
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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TSX | 2011 Honda Insight | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | TSX | Insight |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |