2009 Acura TSX vs. 2004 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 474 kg more than 2004 Nissan Altima. 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, 2004 Nissan Altima (244 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 2004 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | TSX | Altima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
