2003 Acura RSX vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 8 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 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 2003 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura RSX.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 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, 2011 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 809 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX. 2011 Audi Q7 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. 2011 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Acura RSX | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | RSX | Q7 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |