2004 Acura RSX vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 7 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 327 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 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura RSX.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Acura RSX 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
Make Acura Chevrolet
Model RSX Colorado
Year Released 2004 2011
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 160 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 192 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1222 kg 1549 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.1 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 8.7 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 72 L


 

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