2003 Acura RSX vs. 2005 Audi S4

To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 2 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2003 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 633 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 2005 Audi S4 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, 2005 Audi S4 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, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Acura RSX 2005 Audi S4
Make Acura Audi
Model RSX S4
Year Released 2003 2005
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 4163 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 160 HP 340 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 191 Nm 410 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 93 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1222 kg 1855 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.8 L/100km 14 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 63 L


 

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