2003 Acura RSX vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2003 Acura RSX. (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura RSX weights approximately 104 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 558 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura RSX | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | RSX | Touareg |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |