2004 Acura RSX vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 323 kg more than 2004 Acura RSX.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura RSX | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | RSX | X1 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
