2005 Acura RSX vs. 1998 Daewoo Chairman
To start off, 2005 Acura RSX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daewoo Chairman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daewoo Chairman would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 361 kg more than 2005 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daewoo Chairman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (314 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (191 Nm). This means 1998 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura RSX | 1998 Daewoo Chairman | |
Make | Acura | Daewoo |
Model | RSX | Chairman |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 314 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |