2005 Acura RSX vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RSX (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 906 kg more than 2005 Acura RSX.
Because 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (194 Nm). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura RSX | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Acura | Hyundai |
Model | RSX | Terracan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 345 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 2162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |