2005 Acura RSX vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra 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 32 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 16 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, 2005 Acura RSX (191 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura RSX | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | RSX | Sentra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 174 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1496 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |