2003 Acura RSX vs. 2003 BMW X5
To start off, both 2003 Acura RSX and 2003 BMW X5 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2003 Acura RSX. (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 929 kg more than 2003 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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, 2003 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, 2003 BMW X5 (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX. 2003 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2003 Acura RSX has manual transmission. 2003 Acura RSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Acura RSX | 2003 BMW X5 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | RSX | X5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 2195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 93 L |