2005 Acura RSX vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RSX (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 249 kg more than 2005 Acura RSX.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen CC (250 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (194 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura RSX | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | RSX | CC |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 250 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |