2009 Acura TSX vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Acura TSX. (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 83 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | TSX | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
