2005 Acura RSX vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 3 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. Both 2005 Acura RSX and 2008 Honda CR-V are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RSX (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 348 kg more than 2005 Acura RSX.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2005 Acura RSX (194 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm). This means 2005 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RSX | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | RSX | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1604 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
