2011 Honda Fit vs. 2003 Acura RSX
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit 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 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 43 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura RSX weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Acura RSX (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda Fit | 2003 Acura RSX | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | Fit | RSX |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4105 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1524 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
