2003 Acura RSX vs. 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 5 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura RSX (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 347 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, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura RSX | 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | RSX | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2148 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 | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 88.3 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
