2005 Acura RSX vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Acura RSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Bora 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 82 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 112 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 Volkswagen Bora (320 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (194 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RSX | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | RSX | Bora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
