maybe we can get this stickied somewhere in one of the 7 sticky threads we have lol

Changes from 2004 to 2005

Canadian 2004 RSX Type-S Interior

2002-2004 Satin Silver Metallic RSX

2005 Tafetta White RSX

Revised suspension tuning for increased handling precision and a smoother ride

Ride height reduced by 7 mm

Optimized damper and spring settings

Firmer stabilizer bars (front and rear for Type-S, front for RSX)

Bushings at suspension installation points were optimized

Inversely wound front coil springs

Refined steering system for enhanced feel and quicker response
Swifter steering ratio

Stiffer steering column

Pump flow increased by seven percent

Kickback reduction valve

Optimized braking system for enhanced stopping power and feel

Pedal stroke decreased

Master cylinder diameter increased

Brake pedal toe rigidity increased

Larger diameter 17-inch sport design alloy wheels and 215/45R17 all-season high-performance tires

Body rigidity increased 15 percent in front and 21 percent in the rear through the application of reinforcements at key areas

Vehicle noise and vibrations reduced

Engine damper added to front subframe to reduce engine rocking and vibration transmitted from the engine to the cabin

Insulation material added at key points on doors and roof to reduce road noise

Side-mirror gaps sealed and weather strip added

New front and rear bumper designs

Redesigned headlight and taillight assemblies

Restyled signature 5-sided Acura grille

Redesigned side sill garnish

Four new exterior colors: Magnesium Metallic, Vivid Blue Pearl, Jade Green Metallic, Blaze Orange Metallic

Freshened interior design

Deeply bolstered front seats with thicker cushions

New chrome and titanium-look accents

Meter faces changed from metallic to white

2005 & 2006 RSX Type-S Additional Enhancements:

The engine intake and exhaust modifications that boost the power of the Type-S models to 210 hp (157 kW) at 7800 rpm, compared to 200 hp (150 kW) at 7400 rpm on the previous model.

Higher performance camshafts sourced from the Type-R engine

Air intake duct enlarged for increased air flow

Larger diameter exhaust pipes to increase exhaust flow

Catalytic converter optimized to reduce exhaust back pressure

Larger diameter front strut tower bar

Bushings replaced by bearings on strut mount
Deck lid spoiler
6-speed transmission optimized with a lower final gear ratio for quicker acceleration and carbon synchronizers replacing brass on 5th and 6th gears for a smoother shift feel

 

Ok, so I updated the link in the FAQ thread with this URL. It's a shame that all of this information is readily available, the problem is people actually looking for it and actually using resources available to find it.

On a side note, I have been putting off updating the FAQ thread for a really long time now. I will actually be buckling down and updating it here very soon with more modern information.