2008 Acura TSX vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Acura TSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TSX weights approximately 65 kg more than 2003 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TSX | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Acura | Subaru |
| Model | TSX | Forester |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
