2005 Acura RSX vs. 2005 Mazda MPV
To start off, both 2005 Acura RSX and 2005 Mazda MPV were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MPV (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MPV weights approximately 437 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.
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 Mazda MPV (271 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (191 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura RSX | 2005 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Acura | Mazda |
Model | RSX | MPV |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 271 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1711 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |