2003 Acura RSX vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura RSX (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 204 kg more than 2003 Acura RSX.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura RSX | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Acura | Subaru |
| Model | RSX | Forester |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
