2003 Acura RSX vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura RSX would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura RSX (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 684 kg more than 2003 Acura RSX.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (192 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura RSX | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | RSX | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 6710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 4020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |
