2005 Acura RSX vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2005 Acura RSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RSX (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 299 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, 2004 Honda Element (218 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (194 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura RSX | 2004 Honda Element | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | RSX | Element |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 218 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |