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Old 08-19-2005, 10:06 AM
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I am in the market for a nice RSX-S, but I can't decide what year to get.
I am looking to get one, between 2002 and 2004.
I've looked at some websites, and they show 2003 models to be a little heavier than 2002 models, also, 2002 models run quicker 0-60 than 2003. Is this true?

What production yr. model is the best from 02-04, and why?
Old 08-19-2005, 11:14 AM
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I'm 99% positive the 02-04 are exactly the same, except for early 02s having different valve springs.
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the 04's have heated side view mirrors. makes it better than the previous versions by far
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by korean &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">the 04's have heated side view mirrors. makes it better than the previous versions by far </TD></TR></TABLE>

thats the only difference =D
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by BoBoChan &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">thats the only difference =D</TD></TR></TABLE>

let's call it an upgrade haha
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get an 05!!! type r final drive pWnz0rz!!!
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05 type-s i heard has the most HP than any other type-s years because 2005 type-s comes with the dc5 engine all the others arent and the new one coming out (06) will be only 201 hp

so i guess a 2005 type s would be best
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If you read his actual post you'll see that he's looking for 02-04. I would say the heated side mirrors are definately a plus as well as you can still find some out there with low miles.
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i did read i was just adding my opinion...
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I think Milano Red was only offered in 04. For 02-03 it was Firepepper Red. I could be wrong though.
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by EF_9 &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">05 type-s i heard has the most HP than any other type-s years because 2005 type-s comes with the dc5 engine all the others arent and the new one coming out (06) will be only 201 hp

so i guess a 2005 type s would be best </TD></TR></TABLE>

Jesus. Does no one read? The 05 and 06 are the same damn motor, same hp output. They only changed the SAE correction standard.
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sure about that

how much hp is your car


the new 06 is 201 hp

05 is 215
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by 96 SOHC VTEC &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">

Jesus. Does no one read? The 05 and 06 are the same damn motor, same hp output. They only changed the SAE correction standard. </TD></TR></TABLE>

its pointless. just smile and nod.
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by EF_9 &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">05 type-s i heard has the most HP than any other type-s years because 2005 type-s comes with the dc5 engine all the others arent and the new one coming out (06) will be only 201 hp

so i guess a 2005 type s would be best </TD></TR></TABLE>

The 2005 RSX is the same as the previous years for the most part. They're upgraded with Type R cams, and a different final drive.
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by EF_9 &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">sure about that

how much hp is your car


the new 06 is 201 hp

05 is 215</TD></TR></TABLE>

because sae calculations are ******* different. wonder why the TL and all these other ******* cars have different hp ratings from last year, but they use the exact same ******* engine? jesus christ. this was also reposted like a million times in GDD.

YES i am ******* sure that the 05 and 06 and producing the same hp cause they are the exact same ******* engine.
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by kseriesDC5 &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">The 2005 RSX is the same as the previous years for the most part. They're upgraded with Type R cams, and a different final drive. </TD></TR></TABLE>

the exhaust piping is supposed to be bigger to. i've seen a couple comparisons with pictures from pre 05 to post 05
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by eMpAtHy &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">the exhaust piping is supposed to be bigger to. i've seen a couple comparisons with pictures from pre 05 to post 05</TD></TR></TABLE>

oh ya that too
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by EF_9 &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">the new 06 is 201 hp

05 is 215</TD></TR></TABLE>

lol, first off.. the 05 was 210.. lmao
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by EF_9 &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">sure about that

how much hp is your car


the new 06 is 201 hp

05 is 215</TD></TR></TABLE>

Incorrect sir, the '05 is 210 and the '06 is rated at 201 only because of new SAE standard measurement for hp ratings. Using these new method my car is also 201, old method 210.
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didnt they do a major suspension upgrade on the '05 RSX-S????

what about colors?
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by AlekSir &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">didnt they do a major suspension upgrade on the '05 RSX-S????

what about colors? </TD></TR></TABLE>

Major? No. Minor, yes. The 05 and the 06 are the same car minus a new interior color offered I believe.
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ignorance makes me sad
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02 &gt; all
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i don't know too much about the dc5, but is hondata compatible with the 05+?
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A RSX is a RSX. As long as its a TypE-S with cold air intake to make that vtec yell, its all good.


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