2005 Acura RSX vs. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
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 Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Jetta 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 42 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 91 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) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RSX | 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | RSX | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
