2004 Acura RSX vs. 2012 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2012 Ford Galaxy 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 Ford Galaxy are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2012 Ford Galaxy. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 428 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Galaxy. (170 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Galaxy.
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2004 Acura RSX | 2012 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | RSX | Galaxy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
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 | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |