2005 Acura RSX vs. 2013 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Accent is newer by 8 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Accent. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura RSX weights approximately 157 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Acura RSX (191 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RSX | 2013 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Acura | Hyundai |
| Model | RSX | Accent |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1117 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
