2005 Acura RSX vs. 2003 Kia Towner
To start off, 2005 Acura RSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Towner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Towner would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RSX (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2003 Kia Towner. (38 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura RSX weights approximately 86 kg more than 2003 Kia Towner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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2005 Acura RSX | 2003 Kia Towner | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | RSX | Towner |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 1820 mm |