2005 Acura RSX vs. 2009 Ford Edge
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 4 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (261 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Acura RSX. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura RSX weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ford Edge (251 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (194 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RSX | 2009 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RSX | Edge |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
