2005 Acura RSX vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RSX (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (155 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 2007 Toyota Highlander. 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX. 2007 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2005 Acura RSX has manual transmission. 2005 Acura RSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RSX | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | RSX | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |
