2003 Acura RSX vs. 2003 Tata E
To start off, both 2003 Acura RSX and 2003 Tata E were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata E weights approximately 152 kg more than 2003 Acura RSX.
Because 2003 Tata E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Tata E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura RSX | 2003 Tata E | |
Make | Acura | Tata |
Model | RSX | E |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2810 mm |