2005 Acura RSX vs. 2005 Ford GT
To start off, both 2005 Acura RSX and 2005 Ford GT were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 2005 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford GT weights approximately 203 kg more than 2005 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (191 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX. 2005 Acura RSX has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2005 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura RSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RSX | 2005 Ford GT | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RSX | GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 105.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
