2008 Acura TSX vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura TSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura TSX 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 52 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 304 kg more than 2008 Acura TSX.
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, 2008 Acura TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 5. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TSX | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Acura | Mazda |
Model | TSX | 5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1631 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |