2003 Acura RSX vs. 2009 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2009 Kia Magentis 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. Both 2003 Acura RSX and 2009 Kia Magentis are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura RSX (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Kia Magentis. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Magentis weights approximately 222 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, 2003 Acura RSX (192 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Magentis. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura RSX | 2009 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | RSX | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
