2005 Acura RSX vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander (230 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 441 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 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander (291 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (191 Nm). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RSX | 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RSX | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
