2003 Acura RSX vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura RSX (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 780 kg more than 2003 Acura RSX.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass 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 Jeep Compass 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 Jeep Compass (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura RSX | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Acura | Jeep |
| Model | RSX | Compass |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
