2003 Acura RSX vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura RSX (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Honda Element. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 684 kg more than 2003 Acura RSX.
Because 2009 Honda Element 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, 2009 Honda Element 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX. 2009 Honda Element 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 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Acura RSX | 2009 Honda Element | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | RSX | Element |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |