2005 Acura RSX vs. 2003 BMW 530
To start off, 2005 Acura RSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Acura RSX. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 414 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 2003 BMW 530 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 2003 BMW 530. 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, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (194 Nm). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RSX | 2003 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | RSX | 530 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
