2009 Acura TSX vs. 2000 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Ram weights approximately 288 kg more than 2009 Acura TSX.
Because 2000 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Ram 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, 2000 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (231 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 2000 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | TSX | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
