2012 Acura TSX vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2012 Acura TSX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Bora 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 86 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TSX weights approximately 379 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. 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, 2012 Acura TSX (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Acura TSX | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | TSX | Bora |
Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4806 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2708 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |