2003 Acura RSX vs. 2004 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar X-Type 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. Both 2003 Acura RSX and 2004 Jaguar X-Type are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 388 kg more than 2003 Acura RSX.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Jaguar X-Type (337 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura RSX | 2004 Jaguar X-Type | |
Make | Acura | Jaguar |
Model | RSX | X-Type |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |