2003 Acura RSX vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 4 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Acura RSX. (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 274 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.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano 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, 2007 Nissan Murano 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, 2007 Nissan Murano (332 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura RSX | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | RSX | Murano |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 82 L |
