2010 BMW 118 vs. 2003 Acura RSX
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura RSX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 273 kg more than 2003 Acura RSX.
Because 2010 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Acura RSX (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 118 | 2003 Acura RSX | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | 118 | RSX |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1411 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
