2010 Nissan Altima vs. 2003 Acura RSX
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 352 kg more than 2003 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (219 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Altima | 2003 Acura RSX | |
| Make | Nissan | Acura |
| Model | Altima | RSX |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
