2007 Acura TSX vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey 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, 2012 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TSX. 2012 Honda Odyssey 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. 2012 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Acura TSX | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | TSX | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2398 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |