2009 Acura TSX vs. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (191 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 168 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | TSX | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 10.7 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 | 72 L |
