2007 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Acura TSX
To start off, 2013 Acura TSX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (245 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2013 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TSX weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
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 Honda Accord (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2013 Acura TSX | |
Make | Honda | Acura |
Model | Accord | TSX |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4714 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |