2005 Acura RSX vs. 2013 Mazda CX-5
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-5 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. Both 2005 Acura RSX and 2013 Mazda CX-5 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RSX (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2013 Mazda CX-5. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda CX-5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-5 weights approximately 232 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, 2013 Mazda CX-5 (203 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (194 Nm). This means 2013 Mazda CX-5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RSX | 2013 Mazda CX-5 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | RSX | CX-5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| 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 | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 13.0 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4555 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2165 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 56 L |
