2003 Acura RSX vs. 2000 BMW X5
To start off, 2003 Acura RSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura RSX (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 BMW X5. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 704 kg more than 2003 Acura RSX.
Because 2000 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 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, 2000 BMW X5 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura RSX | 2000 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | RSX | X5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
