2004 Acura RSX vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo 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. Both 2004 Acura RSX and 2005 Ford Mondeo are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 161 kg more than 2004 Acura RSX.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 RSX (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo. 2005 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 2004 Acura RSX has manual transmission. 2004 Acura RSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura RSX | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RSX | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
