2008 Acura TSX vs. 2007 Ford Territory
To start off, 2008 Acura TSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Territory. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Territory would be higher. At 3,982 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (328 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2008 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 901 kg more than 2008 Acura TSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Territory 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, 2007 Ford Territory 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 Ford Territory (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TSX | 2007 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TSX | Territory |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 3982 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
