2009 Acura TSX vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 222 kg more than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (328 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (234 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TSX | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | TSX | Highlander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 328 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |