2003 Acura RSX vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 10 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura RSX (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 259 kg more than 2003 Acura RSX.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage 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, 2013 Kia Sportage 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX. 2013 Kia Sportage 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. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Acura RSX | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | RSX | Sportage |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |