2007 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2012 Acura TSX
To start off, 2012 Acura TSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,954 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 676 kg more than 2012 Acura TSX.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | 2012 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Nissan | Acura |
| Model | Pathfinder | TSX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
