2005 Acura RSX vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 944 kg more than 2005 Acura RSX.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (194 Nm). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RSX | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Acura | Land Rover |
| Model | RSX | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 93 L |
