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Should my dad get a V6 Accord or a TSX?

Old Feb 26, 2004
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Should my dad get a V6 Accord or a TSX?

We were talking about it, but I didn't really know much about each car, so I said "I'll ask the guys on 7thgencivic"

List any pros and cons you can think of for each.

Also, how much hp and tq does each have? I don't know the numbers for the TSX.

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In my honest opinion, there is nothing wrong with the accord or anything, but ill have to say i like TSX..

Looks & Performs very nice!
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TSX i believe

171 whp, 151 ft. lbs tq?

at the crank, i do know the TSX puts out 200 hp 161 ft lbs tq.

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tsx if he has the extra money to spen on the extra acessories
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TSX Standard Features:
Mechanical Features



Engine
2.4L displacement double overhead cam (DOHC)
inline 4 cylinder configuration gas engine
16 valves variable valve timing
200 hp @ 6800 rpm 166 ft-lbs. @ 4500 rpm
premium unleaded fuel
DriveTrain
6-speed manual transmission front wheel drive
Suspension
four-wheel independent suspension front and rear stabilizer bar
Instrumentation
tachometer clock
external temperature display low fuel level warning

Exterior Features



Tires and Rims
alloy rims 17 x 7 in. rims
P215/50VR17 tires all season tires
Roof and Glass
intermittent wipers power glass sunroof
rear defogger

Safety Features and Ratings



Safety
ventilated front disc / solid rear disc brakes 4-wheel ABS
traction control stability control
dual front side-mounted airbags front and rear head airbags
front seatbelt pretensioners rear door child safety locks
child seat anchors emergency interior trunk release
rear center 3-point belt 2 front headrests
2 rear headrests remote anti-theft alarm system
engine immobilizer xenon high intensity discharge headlamps
turn signal mirrors

Comfort and Convenience Features



Front Seats
5 person total seating capacity sport front seats
leather upholstery 8-way power driver seat
height adjustable driver seat driver seat with manual adjustable lumbar support
heated driver seat heated passenger seat
Rear Seats
bench rear seat split-folding
folding with storage center armrest rear ventilation ducts
Power Features
remote power door locks power windows
1 one-touch power windows power mirrors
Convenience
cruise control speed-proportional power steering
tilt and telescopic steering wheel audio and cruise controls on steering wheel
front and rear cupholders remote trunk release
front door pockets front seatback storage
front 12v power outlet(s) front console with storage
overhead console with storage universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
Comfort
dual zone climate controls - driver and passenger interior air filtration
electrochromatic inside rearview mirror front reading lights
dual illuminating vanity mirrors leather-wrapped steering wheel
alloy and leather trim on shift **** leather trim on doors
leather trim on center console front and rear floor mats
trunk light

Entertainment and Telematics



In Car Entertainment
AM/FM in-dash 6 CD player stereo 360 watts stereo output
8 total speakers element antenna


Optional Features:
Navi.
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TSX, but you need to talk him into a 3.2 TL!!!!!
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the v6 accord puts out more power than the Acura CL type-s tho. Honda underrated the engine.
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So the V6 is faster?
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tsx looks better,
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how old is your dad, and what kind of ride is he looking for?
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TSX!
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can't go wrong with both, but i would choose the tsx.
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FYI guys a tsx is really an accord. but yeah i would get the tsx.
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Go with the V6 Accord 6-speed! Cant go wrong!!
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screw the TSX and accord! tell him to get the Acura TL with the A-spec bodykit and 18inch rims... saw one at the Philly international autoshow and the car is soooooooooo nice. pictues on the internet do no justice for the car. you must see it in person.
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accord v6 6-speed
tsx has a great exterior
both have great interior
accord has more power
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If it is your dad's car, I would say get the Accord. V6 power, more interior space, more comfort. An auto Accord V6 would beat the TSX 6 speed in a straight line.
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not to mention that the accord uses regular gas. think about long term costs.
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i'd say accord. from looking through clubtsx it seems that people are having problems with rattles and other small things in the interior. maybe a 325i...those are about the same price i believe.
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Accord V6. Its cost less the the Acura TSX.
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i work @ honda, and the v6 accord is insane, its so quick! really its amazing, theres no other word for it! but the tsx is so nice, and hids, nice headlights! you gotta go with the tsx in my opinion! and its an acura, not a honda
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well I love my 6th gen, and I know that the new ones are even faster... I say go for the accord and save the money for other things... that are more important.
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TSX looks better, so yeah.
But if he wants the extra power, go with Accord
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Accord V6 Coupe.. since i love the body style of the new ones. But TSX (Euro Accord) is more extra add-ons. Just depends what your Dad wants in the car..
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Accord is reliable V6 that is able to haul a family up hills with ease. That 200 hp I-4 is overpriced a bit if it's still having interior rattling like our civics.

I'd say get an Accord, but better yet, an Infinity G35 sedan is around that price range and type of car your looking at.
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Originally posted by bluericeburna2k2
screw the TSX and accord! tell him to get the Acura TL with the A-spec bodykit and 18inch rims... saw one at the Philly international autoshow and the car is soooooooooo nice. pictues on the internet do no justice for the car. you must see it in person.
lol, I don't think my dad is into bodykits and aftermarket rims
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USDM HONDA Accord is the JDM HONDA Inspire

ACURA TSX is the JDM HONDA Accord

i say go for the Accord but make sure its a V6 variant.

performance wise:
TSX > Accord
V6 Accord > TSX

lookwise
TSX >= Accord

TSX is an Accord technically so you won't get wrong.

V6 Accord (sedan/coupe) gets my vote.
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Since your dad is older, the accord would be a better choice than the TSX. TSX is for the younger generation like us. For a few grand more, your dad can get a Infiniti G35, which is more classy and powerful than an accord.
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