2009 Acura TSX vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Element would be higher. Both 2009 Acura TSX and 2007 Honda Element are equipped with a 2,354 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 202 kg more than 2009 Acura TSX.
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, 2009 Acura TSX (231 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TSX | 2007 Honda Element | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | TSX | Element |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |