2004 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Acura RSX

To start off, 2005 Acura RSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Acura RSX. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 797 kg more than 2005 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX 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, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (191 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.

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2004 Acura MDX 2005 Acura RSX
Make Acura Acura
Model MDX RSX
Year Released 2004 2005
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3472 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 265 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 343 Nm 191 Nm
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.8:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2019 kg 1222 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.2 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 73 L 50 L