2009 Acura TSX vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2009 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 38 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (231 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | TSX | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 129 L |
