2003 Acura RSX vs. 2009 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 6 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 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Acura RSX. (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 351 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.
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, 2009 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX. 2009 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2003 Acura RSX has manual transmission. 2003 Acura RSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura RSX | 2009 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | RSX | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3880 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
