Acura RSX vs. Honda Civic
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Acura RSX and Honda Civic contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Acura RSX and the Honda Civic.
In comparing the Acura RSX's and the Honda Civic's specifications and ratings, the Acura RSX has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Acura RSX and Honda Civic have the same base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Acura RSX's and the Honda Civic's specifications and ratings, the Acura RSX is a better car than the Honda Civic.
Pricing: A used 2005 Acura RSX ranges from $5,066 to $15,948 while a used 2005 Honda Civic is priced between $5,300 to $12,325.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the Acura RSX and the Honda Civic makes 160 horsepower. The RSX is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 403 miles. The Civic is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 364 miles. This gives the Acura RSX the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Honda Civic. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Acura RSX and Honda Civic are comparable in regards to front head room.
Safety Ratings: The Honda Civic has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$20,845
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$19,835
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact Cars)
$15,745
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact Cars)
$13,480 - $19,835
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$9,958
Price Range:
$5,066 - $15,948
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
12
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
155,373
# Good or Great Deals:
3
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$8,778
Price Range:
$5,300 - $12,325
Category Avg Price:
(Compact Cars)
$6,306
Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact Cars)
$4,396 - $15,228
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
78
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
157,388
# Good or Great Deals:
19
Acura RSX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Honda Civic Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
9.0 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Acura RSX
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Honda Civic
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.5
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
18.1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact Cars)
3.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact Cars)
1.6 - 18.1
Acura RSX Rankings
Not yet available
Honda Civic Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 43Ranking
4 out of / 43Ranking
4 out of / 5Ranking
5 out of / 43Ranking
6 out of / 43Ranking
7 out of / 43Ranking
8 out of / 43Ranking
9 out of / 21Ranking
12 out of / 43Ranking
13 out of / 43Ranking
23 out of / 24Ranking
24 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Coupe, Hatchback, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Hybrid, Natural Gas
Acura RSX Trim Levels
Base, Type-S, w/Leather
Honda Civic Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
160 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
141 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
160 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
132 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 31 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
312 / 403 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 28 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
286 / 364 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Quad Seats:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
29.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.3 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
50.9 inches
Cargo Space:
15.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
100.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2734 lbs
Width:
67.9 inches
Height:
54.9 inches
Length:
172.4 inches
Wheelbase:
101.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2782 lbs
Width:
66.7 inches
Height:
56.7 inches
Length:
165.7 inches
Wheelbase:
101.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/55R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/55R16
Exterior Colors
Black
Nighthhawk Black Pearl
Blue
Vivid Blue Pearl
Gray
Magnesium Metallic
Green
Jade Green Metallic
Red
Milano Red
Silver
Satin Silver Metallic
White
Taffeta White
Exterior Colors
Black
Nighthawk Black Pearl
Blue
Vivid Blue Pearl
Gray
Not available
Green
Not available
Red
Not available
Silver
Satin Silver Metallic
White
Taffeta White
Interior Colors
Black
Ebony
Silver
Titanium
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Silver
Not available
