2003 Acura RSX vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 9 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura RSX (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura RSX weights approximately 311 kg more than 2012 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura RSX | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | RSX | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
