2000 Kia Sportage vs. 2003 Acura RSX
To start off, 2003 Acura RSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sportage would be higher. Both 2000 Kia Sportage and 2003 Acura RSX are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 235 kg more than 2003 Acura RSX.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage 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, 2003 Acura RSX (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage. 2003 Acura RSX has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Acura RSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 2003 Acura RSX | |
| Make | Kia | Acura |
| Model | Sportage | RSX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
