2005 Acura RSX vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 5 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RSX (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 76 kg more than 2005 Acura RSX.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RSX | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | RSX | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1404 mm |
