2003 Acura RSX vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura RSX (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura RSX weights approximately 51 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper. 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 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX. 2009 Mini Cooper 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 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura RSX | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Acura | Mini |
| Model | RSX | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 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 | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
