2003 Acura RSX vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Acura RSX. (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 571 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (320 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (192 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura RSX | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | RSX | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
