2005 Acura RSX vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 7 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RSX (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1129 kg more than 2005 Acura RSX.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (194 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura RSX | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | RSX | Colorado |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 258 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |