2008 Acura TSX vs. 2002 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2008 Acura TSX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Pod would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Pod. (194 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Pod. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TSX weights approximately 334 kg more than 2002 Toyota Pod. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TSX. (222 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TSX | 2002 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | TSX | Pod |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 48 L |
