2004 Acura RSX vs. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura RSX would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2004 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1261 kg more than 2004 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura RSX. (192 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura RSX | 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | RSX | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 2483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |
