Acura TSX Acura TSX 2011 Ford Explorer Ford Explorer 2008

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Acura TSX vs. Ford Explorer Price Comparison (MSRP)

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Acura TSX vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $31,845

Acura TSX   
Difference: $1,435

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,757

Acura TSX   
Difference: $1,143

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201120082008
ModelTSXExplorerExplorer
TrimBaseEddie BauerLimited
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $30,960 $29,245 $32,395
Base Invoice $28,872 $27,273 $30,178
Sun and Sirius Package   560 560
Luxury Package   1,290  
4.6L V8   1,310 1,310
Cargo cover   90 90
Sun and Sirius Package   476 476
Luxury Package   1,097  
4.6L V8   1,192 1,192
Cargo cover   77 77
Options (change) 0 3,250 1,960
Options (change) 0 2,842 1,745
Destination 885 785 785
Total Price $31,845 $33,280 $35,140
Total Invoice $29,757 $30,900 $32,708

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Acura TSX dealer quotes or Ford Explorer dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Acura TSX vs. Ford Explorer

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Acura TSX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,085
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $818
Model Year201120082008
ModelTSXExplorerExplorer
TrimBaseEddie BauerLimited
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine201hp I4292hp V8292hp V8
TransmissionT5A6A6
DrivetrainFWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/28 MPG13/20 MPG13/20 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)360, 780, 4190, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-17245/65-17235/65-18
Total Price$31,845$33,280$35,140
Adjustments for Features0-350-1,050
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$31,845$32,930$34,090
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,160
Total Invoice$29,757$30,900$32,708
Adjustments for Features0-325-977
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,757$30,575$31,731
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,156

Return to top

Features Comparison: Acura TSX vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year201120082008
ModelTSXExplorerExplorer
TrimBaseEddie BauerLimited
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000  
6-speed automatic $1000$1000
FWD$0  
RWD $0$0
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad $50$50
Power-adjustable pedals $125$125
Remote window/roof operation$15  
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150$150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0  
Brake assist$50  
Full-size spare tire $225$225
Obstacle detection, rear  $250
Rollover sensor $50$50
Temporary spare tire$150  
Cargo Management 
Class II trailer hitch $200$200
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate $150$150
Overhead sunglass holder$25  
Trailering equipment (4 wire) $125$125
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0  
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25  
Deep-tinted rear windows $275$275
Rear bumper protector $40$40
Running boards $350$350
Wheel-lip moldings $75$75
Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash  $325
CD player$125$125 
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25
Voice control for audio system $25$25
Voice control for external devices $0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Interior ambient lighting$150  
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25  
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25  
Xenon HID headlights$500  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50  
Door sill trim plates$100  
Leather door panel trim$250  
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50  
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50$50
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power recliner, passenger seat$100  
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350$350 
Chrome-clad alloy wheels  $600
White-letter tires $0$0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100  
Total Value of Features$3,340$3,690$4,390
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$350$1,050
Value of Feature Adjustments0-325-977

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Acura TSX vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20112008
ModelTSXExplorer
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV
Wheelbase106.4 in113.7 in
Length189.2 in193.4 in
Width72.4 in73.7 in
Height57.9 in72.8 in
Curb Weight3,809 lb.4,531 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.22.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.6 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.8 in59.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.6 in55.4 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom36.9 in38.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in58.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.2 in55.5 in
Row 2 Legroom34.3 in36.9 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in37.4 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in53.1 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in45.3 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in34.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
25.8 ft313.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
25.843.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
60.5 ft383.7 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer

Sun and Sirius Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Total Requested1100100%
Total Not Requested00%
Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Total Requested95075%
Total Not Requested32525%
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
FeatureValueRequested?
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
1000Yes
6-speed automatic0Yes
Total Requested1000100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited

Sun and Sirius Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Total Requested1100100%
Total Not Requested00%
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
FeatureValueRequested?
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
1000Yes
6-speed automatic0Yes
Total Requested1000100%
Total Not Requested00%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans and Wagons.
See TrueDelta's information for all Acura models.