2005 Acura RSX vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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. Both 2005 Acura RSX and 2012 SsangYong Kyron are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RSX (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 641 kg more than 2005 Acura RSX.
Because 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (194 Nm). This means 2012 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura RSX | 2012 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Acura | SsangYong |
Model | RSX | Kyron |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 311 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |