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Honda Accord vs Acura TSX

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#629 of 661 Re: '04 vs '04 [thegraduate] by loi177

May 19, 2008 (5:38 pm)

Replying to: thegraduate (May 18, 2008 1:34 pm)
so how is navigation system in 04 Accord. does it have HID lights, climate control, traction control, power seat, NVH levels, etc. how is performance 0-100 mile? lateral accelaration.60mph is too short to judge perofrmance. TSX shape will endure for long time. i can drive at 90mph at 3000rpm with 5AT and still get 28mpg on 06 TSX. TSX is heavier car but once it gets upto speed. it is very refined crusier.

#630 of 661 Re: '04 vs '04 [loi177] by elroy5

May 19, 2008 (6:11 pm)

Replying to: loi177 (May 19, 2008 5:38 pm)
The V6 Accord has more of everything I want, than the TSX (for about the same price). I have no affection for HID lights, have climate control, traction control, two power seats, more interior room, and will get from 50-90mph faster than the TSX. I will admit the TSX looks a little better than the Accord, but then the TL makes them both look bad. I didn't buy my car to make a fashion statement.

#631 of 661 Re: '04 vs '04 [loi177] by thegraduate

May 19, 2008 (7:09 pm)

Replying to: loi177 (May 19, 2008 5:38 pm)

so how is navigation system in 04 Accord. does it have HID lights
 
Navi system? Its optional, just like the TSX. It's quite nice, and voice activated. The dual-climate control is nice in models so-equipped, as is the smoother ride. Nope, doesn't have HIDs, but the 4-cyl model doesn't cost $29k new, either, as does a TSX.
 
I don't drive sustained at 90 MPH all day long (something about wanting to keep my drivers license... ), so 0-60 is plenty of measure for me for knowing how a car is going to do from the red light at the bottom of the on-ramp up to the merging lane. If 0-100 is important to you, you should really look at a V6; it'll blow the doors off of mine and your Honda 2.4L engine. Not sure where traffic moves that fast though.
 
I never knocked the TSX features (which ought to be better than the Accord since it costs as much as a loaded V6 Accord when new), but I still stand by my claim that my 4-cyl Accord is just as fast as the TSX. They aren't drag racers, they are family cars. It's not a big deal buddy. Actually, that was my only statement, which seems to have brought on the defensive. It wasn't my objective.
 
TSX is heavier car but once it gets upto speed. it is very refined crusier.
 
As is the Accord; the nicer ride (a lil less sporty than the TSX) makes my regular 300 mile highway trips a nice one. My car doesn't see track duty, so the balance of comfort and sport works for me.

#632 of 661 Re: '04 vs '04 [thegraduate] by loi177

May 19, 2008 (8:48 pm)

Replying to: thegraduate (May 19, 2008 7:09 pm)
we are only comparing 04 accord to 04 TSX. not $29,000 new car. A older TSX is much better than older Accord. TSX age gracefully due to better quality paint. And it has all the features standard and much better fuel economy at higher speeds. i dont know about 04 accord coupe price but 04 TSX can be had from $14 to $18K.

#633 of 661 Re: '04 vs '04 [loi177] by thegraduate

May 19, 2008 (9:12 pm)

Replying to: loi177 (May 19, 2008 8:48 pm)
If you're talking about 4-cylinder Accords versus a TSX, then you are wrong on the fuel economy part, unless you can pull more than 40 MPG at 70 MPH.
 
And, if the 04 TSX costs more upfront, it will cost more used as well, unless the resale value isn't as good as the Accord's is. Which is it?
 
I heard ya the first time about the paint, although my 1996 Accord looks great after a life outside over 180k miles. I doubt most people keep their cars that long (I still have mine and drive it reguarly), but if they do, their Accord will be looking just fine.
 
More standard features, more $.

#634 of 661 Re: '04 vs '04 [thegraduate] by bug4

May 20, 2008 (10:10 am)

Replying to: thegraduate (May 19, 2008 7:09 pm)
B fun to have a forum about speeds. Highest cruising speeds I've ever encountered are just after a Rockies or Avalanche game, going north on I-25 at 11:30p.m. from Denver to Cheyenne, WY (90 miles). I've traveled in the 95-100mph pack and been passed up by the 110mph pack. Its fun! And, they can't give us all tickets . . . . . or can they

#635 of 661 Re: '04 vs '04 [bug4] by thegraduate

May 20, 2008 (10:58 am)

Replying to: bug4 (May 20, 2008 10:10 am)
The last test I saw of the 4-cyl Accord had the top speed listed as 130mph, limited electronically (it's tires are only rated to that speed).
 
As for me, once or twice a year over 90 MPH is plenty.

#636 of 661 Re: '04 vs '04 [thegraduate] by loi177

May 21, 2008 (10:43 pm)

Replying to: thegraduate (May 19, 2008 9:12 pm)
u cannot maintain 70mph constant where i live. some time u have to go below 60mph and some time acclerate to 90mph. TSX excess power and aerodymanics allow it and still manage to get over 28mpg. A/C does not have effect. TSX cost more upfront has longer warranty, better dealer service with loaner cars and complimentary car wash etc. 4 cylinder accord is too big for parking and less grip on moving on curves.

#637 of 661 Re: '04 vs '04 [loi177] by thegraduate

May 22, 2008 (6:28 am)

Replying to: loi177 (May 21, 2008 10:43 pm)
A/C does not have effect.
 
Yes, it does.
 
some time u have to go below 60mph and some time acclerate to 90mph. TSX excess power and aerodymanics allow it and still manage to get over 28mpg.
 
Which the Accord can do just fine, and get better mileage in the process.

#638 of 661 Price is about the same by exfhp50

May 24, 2008 (5:47 am)

To me it seems like the TSX doesn't hold it value as well as the Accords have. I'm not sure how much a TSX was in '04. Compare that price to what an EX V6 6 speed Accord coupe was in '04. Now, at least where I'm at, they are price in the same ballpark range 13-16k. I may consider a 4 cyl Accord coupe but I will have to drive one to see.
 
As far as backseat space is concerned, I don't have any kids yet so no big deal. I'm looking for that balance of performance and mpg and 28 won't cut it. I drive a bunch so it needs to last as well. Oh if forgot to mention, we are moving this weekend so I now have a 110 mi commute.
 
Thanks for all the info, keep it coming.

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