2005 Acura RSX vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura RSX would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 1 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm). This means 2005 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta. 2005 Acura RSX has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Fiesta 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 | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RSX | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
