Ok I have a 94 integra ls 5 speed right now but want something newer. I was looking to get an 03 rsx base model. Reasons for the base and not type s is b/c im only 18 and insurance would be more on the Type s and it cost a bit more. Anyways would a 03 rsx have about the same power as my ls and are they a good all around car. information/specs on it would be appreciated.

 

Base RSX is a decent car - take a look at Acura's
website or caranddriver.com, should have plenty of specs/times there.

but if you're looking at that, you might want to
consider the Civic Si. Same engine as the RSX
base model, cheaper (you can get one for ~15-16K), it's a hatchback (more room, easier to
store stuff), etc.

 

base rsx is good, it makes the same torque as the type s
but my guess is u will have that for a while then you'll wanna upgrade
to the type s, so, u might as welll spend the extra cash now and get
what u really want.

 

yea what he said, in the long run you're probably gonna want the extra power! just my 2 cents.

 

wait and save up more. your teg is still a good car. if you really cant wait, go with the EP3, itll be a bit cheaper than the RSX. but if you have your heart set on an RSX, the base is a good car also.

RSX weighs more than your LS, 200ish lbs
160 hp
130ish lbs tq
mid/high 15s - low 16's stock 5sp


i have heard that the RSX leather isnt too great.
the steering wheel in the RSX/Si is awsome, great feel
Seats in general are much more supportive than the teg
you'll sit a bit higher in the RSX/Si than the teg
interior and overall feel of the RSX/Si is a lot more solid IMO
there are very few problems in general with each car

 

i have to say the leather seats in the rsx are not as comfortable as my old recaro seats I'm sliding all over the place haha but it smells nice

 

well guys I went with the type s. Found an amazing deal on a 2003 type s. So the type s is now in my garage glad I could join the rsx group. Ill be sure ot post more in this forum regarding the future progress of the car. God I love the type S power its amazing compared to my old integra LS

 

Hmm. A local rsxer. You will be very happy with your purchase bro. Remember to watch out for those 3rd->4th gear shifts. Avoid 2nd!!!!.lol
Well if you see my car out on the road say whats up, and trust me you will know its me. Just look for a white RSX-S with type R rims, Type R body kits, Type R carbon fiber front lip, carbon fiber hood. Just look for the "TEIN" emblem where the type S badge should have been. Well good luck bro

 

i've had a base RSX as a loaner before. nice car, very suitable for daily driving and a few trips through the canyons. i would upgrade the suspension a bit and lose some of the weight (if its possible anymore). otherwise, you'll be ok. i would rather have the EP3 though, i just like the styling and that type of hatchback. plus, the interior is not like many other honda products. and i prefer cloth over the cheap leather they offer. maybe i'm a little spoiled when it comes to leather.

 

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RSX weighs more than your LS, 200ish lbs
160 hp
130ish lbs tq
mid/high 15s - low 16's stock 5sp


i have heard that the RSX leather isnt too great.
the steering wheel in the RSX/Si is awsome, great feel
Seats in general are much more supportive than the teg
you'll sit a bit higher in the RSX/Si than the teg
interior and overall feel of the RSX/Si is a lot more solid IMO
there are very few problems in general with each car
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good stuff was curious about a lot of that stuff thanks for clearing it up

peace

 

Yeah i would say Type S becuz u will be bored with the base after a while, otherwise i recommend the Si over the base Rsx. Just my 50 Cents..

 

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RSX weighs more than your LS, 200ish lbs
160 hp
130ish lbs tq
mid/high 15s - low 16's stock 5sp
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Let's clean up some of those stats, shall we?

RSX, base, 5-spd manual
2694 lbs
160 hp
141 lb-ft torque

 

Also you are not looking at mid-high 15's with that car. Lowest I have seen any go in stock trim were 16.0-16.3

 

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No, he was correct regarding stock 1/4 mile times. The fastest stock time was a 15.6 I believe and there have been a few 15.7's and 8's. Slips are on Clubrsx somewhere. Stock traps are around 88mph.