2005 Acura RSX vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (108 HP @ 2750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 269 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 Tiguan (280 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (191 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX. 2005 Acura RSX has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura RSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Acura RSX | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | RSX | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 280 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1543 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |