2011 Audi Q5 vs. 2003 Acura RSX
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 8 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 633 kg more than 2003 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi Q5 | 2003 Acura RSX | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | Q5 | RSX |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
