2005 Acura RSX vs. 2005 Audi A3
To start off, both 2005 Acura RSX and 2005 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 106 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 79 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 Audi A3 (250 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (194 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RSX | 2005 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | RSX | A3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| 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 | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 250 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 | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
