2003 Acura RSX vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura RSX (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 439 kg more than 2003 Acura RSX.
Because 2005 BMW 330 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 2005 BMW 330. 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, 2005 BMW 330 (420 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura RSX | 2005 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | RSX | 330 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
