2003 Acura RSX vs. 2003 Chrysler Airflite
To start off, both 2003 Acura RSX and 2003 Chrysler Airflite were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Airflite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Acura RSX. (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Airflite should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Airflite weights approximately 334 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (341 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (192 Nm). This means 2003 Chrysler Airflite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura RSX | 2003 Chrysler Airflite | |
Make | Acura | Chrysler |
Model | RSX | Airflite |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 341 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |