2008 Acura TSX vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Acura TSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda CR-V weights approximately 244 kg more than 2008 Acura TSX.
Because 2003 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Acura TSX (222 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm). This means 2008 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TSX | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | TSX | CR-V |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 220 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |