2005 Acura RSX vs. 2013 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2013 Nissan Rogue 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RSX (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Rogue. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 254 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 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (194 Nm). This means 2013 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RSX | 2013 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | RSX | Rogue |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4655 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
