2003 Acura RSX vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra 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 (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 133 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 Opel Astra (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura RSX | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | RSX | Astra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
