2005 Acura RSX vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Acura RSX. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 263 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 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (245 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
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2005 Acura RSX | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | RSX | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |