2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2012 Acura TSX
To start off, 2012 Acura TSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Ridgeline would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TSX weights approximately 394 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Ridgeline | 2012 Acura TSX | |
Make | Honda | Acura |
Model | Ridgeline | TSX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4714 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |