2003 Acura RSX vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura RSX (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura RSX weights approximately 56 kg more than 2005 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lada Niva 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 Lada Niva 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, 2003 Acura RSX (192 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura RSX | 2005 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Acura | Lada |
| Model | RSX | Niva |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
