2005 Acura RSX vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (409 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2005 Acura RSX. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 169 kg more than 2005 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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 2009 Porsche 911. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (405 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (194 Nm). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura RSX | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | RSX | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 409 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 405 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |