2009 Acura TSX vs. 2006 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,898 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (193 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 73 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestar. 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, 2006 Ford Freestar (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (231 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TSX | 2006 Ford Freestar | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | TSX | Freestar |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
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 | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |