2005 Acura RSX vs. 2008 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RSX (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (175 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 294 kg more than 2005 Acura RSX.
Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (296 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (194 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RSX | 2008 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Acura | Jeep |
| Model | RSX | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
