2005 Acura RSX vs. 2000 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Acura RSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. Both 2005 Acura RSX and 2000 Toyota RAV4 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RSX (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Toyota RAV4. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2005 Acura RSX.
Because 2000 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota RAV4 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, 2000 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (194 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RSX | 2000 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | RSX | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
