2003 BMW X5 vs. 2003 Acura RSX
To start off, both 2003 BMW X5 and 2003 Acura RSX were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2003 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 973 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 2003 BMW X5 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, 2003 BMW X5 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, 2003 BMW X5 (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X5 | 2003 Acura RSX | |
Make | BMW | Acura |
Model | X5 | RSX |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1222 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 50 L |