2005 Acura RSX vs. 2004 Audi A4
To start off, 2005 Acura RSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RSX (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 43 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Acura RSX (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RSX | 2004 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | RSX | A4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
