2003 Acura RSX vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 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. Both 2003 Acura RSX and 2005 Mazda 6 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura RSX (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 222 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura RSX | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Acura | Mazda |
Model | RSX | 6 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
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 | 197 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |