2010 Volvo V70 vs. 2003 Acura RSX
To start off, 2010 Volvo V70 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2003 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster 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 Volvo V70 (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo V70 | 2003 Acura RSX | |
| Make | Volvo | Acura |
| Model | V70 | RSX |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
