2005 Acura RSX vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 196 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 2012 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi 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 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (191 Nm). This means 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura RSX | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Acura | Suzuki |
Model | RSX | Kizashi |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 230 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |