2005 Acura RSX vs. 2011 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 6 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda CX-7 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 312 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.
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, 2011 Mazda CX-7 (218 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (191 Nm). This means 2011 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura RSX | 2011 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Acura | Mazda |
Model | RSX | CX-7 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 218 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1586 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4681 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1646 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |