2009 Acura TSX vs. 2003 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Intrepid. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 218 kg more than 2003 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (231 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 2003 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | TSX | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
