2003 Acura RSX vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2003 Acura RSX. (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 974 kg more than 2003 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (578 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX. 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura RSX | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Acura | Porsche |
| Model | RSX | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 578 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |
