2004 Acura RSX vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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. Both 2004 Acura RSX and 2012 Chevrolet Orlando are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 443 kg more than 2004 Acura RSX.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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 Chevrolet Orlando 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 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura RSX. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura RSX | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | RSX | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
