2009 Acura TSX vs. 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport
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 Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 36 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (231 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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 Trans Sport | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | TSX | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3050 mm |
