2005 Acura RSX vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RSX (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (209 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 428 kg more than 2005 Acura RSX.
Because 2009 Toyota Highlander 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (194 Nm). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura RSX | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | RSX | Highlander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 287 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |