2012 Acura TSX vs. 1999 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2012 Acura TSX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1999 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TSX weights approximately 74 kg more than 1999 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda CR-V 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, 2012 Acura TSX (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda CR-V. 2012 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 1999 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Acura TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2012 Acura TSX 1999 Honda CR-V
Make Acura Honda
Model TSX CR-V
Year Released 2012 1999
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2400 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type 5-speed shiftable automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1574 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4806 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1839 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1471 mm 1745 mm
Wheelbase Size 2708 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.6 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.7 L/100km 10 L/100km