2008 Acura TSX vs. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, both 2008 Acura TSX and 2008 Chevrolet Equinox were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TSX weights approximately 194 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TSX | 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | TSX | Equinox |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 3425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
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 | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |