RSX Type-S vs. Subaru WRX - GoFuckYourself.com

Plan9 · 04-18-2004, 11:48 PM

Anyone here have either of these cars? Or better yet; have driven both and would be able to compare the two? I am thinking of getting a new car, and these are what I've narrowed my choices down to.

I've heard they are both great cars, for every day driving as well as a sports car - which is exactly what Im looking for. Just wondering how well both of them hold up in general, and if anyone would reccomend one over the other - from personal experiences?

And for those that dont know what they are:
Acura RSX Type-S
Subaru WRX

...opinions?

Vitasoy · 04-18-2004, 11:56 PM

If you want to know what car is faster (stock vs stock) the WRX is. If you want to have luxury, comfort, looks, and some performance... Get the Type S.

BradM · 04-18-2004, 11:58 PM

Suuuuubbbbbbbbbaaaaarrrrrruuuuuuuuuuuuu

Hands down

dunefield · 04-19-2004, 12:00 AM

I'd choose the acura just because it looks way better and more comfort in the car...

BigFrog · 04-19-2004, 12:01 AM

on the subaru site you can compare both cars. i'd say the wrx personally.

Vitasoy · 04-19-2004, 12:03 AM

btw if the WRX STi was the option, get that hands down

Plan9 · 04-19-2004, 12:08 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Vitasoy
If you want to know what car is faster (stock vs stock) the WRX is. If you want to have luxury, comfort, looks, and some performance... Get the Type S.

Thats what I was thinking. My friend has a WRX, and the interior feels SO incredibly cheap. And no, the STi is not an option - insurance would kill me

I'm planning to add some after market parts to whatever car I get - anyone know which car would be cheaper, or faster in the long run, if I ended up doing this?

Gheenz · 04-19-2004, 12:09 AM

Get the WRX STi

Way cooler!

Veterans Day · 04-19-2004, 12:10 AM

more rice.....YAY

psyko514 · 04-19-2004, 12:19 AM

hands down, the rsx type-s.

webgurl · 04-19-2004, 12:19 AM

interesting comparison , i would have to say the RSX Type S , simply cause I am Honda Fan , but as I recall the WRX is a bit cheaper and has a bit better performance in terms of handling and speed .

Plan9 · 04-19-2004, 12:20 AM

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Originally posted by milhouse_dick
Get the WRX STi Way cooler!

Also way more expensive, and not a daily drive. Lacking alot of features, and its pretty uncomfortable from what I have read

Vitasoy · 04-19-2004, 12:21 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Plan9

Thats what I was thinking. My friend has a WRX, and the interior feels SO incredibly cheap. And no, the STi is not an option - insurance would kill me

I'm planning to add some after market parts to whatever car I get - anyone know which car would be cheaper, or faster in the long run, if I ended up doing this?

Sounds like you should get the Type S.

mattyboy · 04-19-2004, 12:31 AM

Have you considered the Mazda RX8
Great looking car with no pistons!

mammy · 04-19-2004, 04:55 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by mattyboy
Have you considered the Mazda RX8
Great looking car with no pistons!

i agree
mazda rx 8 kicks ass!!

if u are choosing between acura and subaru
and want fastest car
take subaru
if u want luxury car take acura

but also u can check bmw z4
car looks pimp too
and have nice engine!

WiredGuy · 04-19-2004, 04:58 AM

I own the 2002 RSX and I absolutely fucking love it. I never test drove the WRX but I know a friend who has it and he loves it too. Tough call for sure, but I would take the sportier look that the RSX has. One thing I love about the RSX is actually the trunk space. It's a sportscar but it has tons of room in the trunk and the 200 horses makes it very sweet!

In the 2 years I've had it, not one single problem, ever. I absolutely love it

WG

mind · 04-19-2004, 05:11 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by milhouse_dick
Get the WRX STi Way cooler!

WRX STi all the way it's a real pleasure to drive. One of the best handling cars comming out of asia.

Either that or the new 2004 Lancer Evo from Mitsubishi which also is a kickass car

If you ask me the Acura is just a chromed up Honda

mind · 04-19-2004, 05:14 AM

btw...anyone know if theres any difference between the Honda NSX and the Acura NSX?

skinnay · 04-19-2004, 05:22 AM

the type s doesnt see any power untill 7000 rpm. also 141 lbs-ft @ 4000 rpm

just get the awd wrx...

Hustlin Entertainment · 04-19-2004, 05:24 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by WiredGuy
I own the 2002 RSX and I absolutely fucking love it. I never test drove the WRX but I know a friend who has it and he loves it too. Tough call for sure, but I would take the sportier look that the RSX has. One thing I love about the RSX is actually the trunk space. It's a sportscar but it has tons of room in the trunk and the 200 horses makes it very sweet!

In the 2 years I've had it, not one single problem, ever. I absolutely love it

WG

agreed.

skinnay · 04-19-2004, 05:24 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by mind
btw...anyone know if theres any difference between the Honda NSX and the Acura NSX?

same car.. honda owns acura..

B-Eazy · 04-19-2004, 05:28 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by mammy

i agree
mazda rx 8 kicks ass!!

if u are choosing between acura and subaru
and want fastest car
take subaru
if u want luxury car take acura

but also u can check bmw z4
car looks pimp too
and have nice engine!

Z4 is fast bros.. My buddy has it I might post some pics later tonight.. Shit is fast in stick.. Later

Plan9 · 04-19-2004, 06:15 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by mind
WRX STi all the way it's a real pleasure to drive. One of the best handling cars comming out of asia.

Either that or the new 2004 Lancer Evo from Mitsubishi which also is a kickass car

If you ask me the Acura is just a chromed up Honda

The Lancer or STi aren't cars I'm even considering

I want power mixed with pratcticality; and those are both purely sports cars at heart - meaning they will have absolutely no ride comfort, or any of the amenities Im looking for. They sacrifice all luxury for power, which is stupid if you asked me: how often are you really going to be using the full 300hp of these cars, unless you enjoy taking them to the track every weekend?

Thats why the RSX is looking more and more appealing to me. They are luxurious cars, and 200hp is enough power that you can DEFINITELY have some fun with it if you choose to.

Plus, being only 20, Im looking at paying either ~260 a month for the RSX, or $800+ (!!!) for some of the sports cars I had been looking at. Absolutely insanity.

Kicker · 04-19-2004, 06:58 AM

STI rocks

Kenny B! · 04-19-2004, 07:01 AM

Since the STi is not an option for you go with the Acura! You can never go wrong with a Honda!

Dildozer · 04-19-2004, 09:25 AM

Just so you know the STI doesn't even come with a radio, it's anextra you have to pay. Not a daily driver at all.

I don't like the look of the Impreza but i can assure you it's better than that piece of shit slow ass ricer RSX

Jeff aka NIGHTfall · 04-19-2004, 09:53 AM

RSX-S is a wonderful car. VTec kicks in at about 4400RPM if i remember correctly from my friends type-s. Its a quick car for a stock inline 4. He ran it at the track and pulled a 15.3

The WRX hands down will walk on the rsxS. Just because the simple fact that the wrx is a stock turbo awd car.

If you want speed and something that isnt seen much, take the WRX, its a badass machine from the factory, low 14s from the factory and thats just the base model.

if you have any other questions about imports just hit me a message on AIM and ill gladly help you out man. good luck

maxdaname · 04-19-2004, 10:12 AM

WRX! Hands Down!

C-Bass · 04-19-2004, 10:23 AM

Whoever picks the Acura in here, is a girl...

Subaru WRX is a man's car. Ugly as hell, but its a beast in performance.

That car is not meant to go buy groceries

TweetyBird · 04-19-2004, 10:25 AM

WiredGuy · 04-19-2004, 11:01 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Spotter_03
Whoever picks the Acura in here, is a girl...

Plan9 · 04-19-2004, 11:12 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Jeff aka NIGHTfall
RSX-S is a wonderful car. VTec kicks in at about 4400RPM if i remember correctly from my friends type-s. Its a quick car for a stock inline 4. He ran it at the track and pulled a 15.3

The WRX hands down will walk on the rsxS. Just because the simple fact that the wrx is a stock turbo awd car.

If you want speed and something that isnt seen much, take the WRX, its a badass machine from the factory, low 14s from the factory and thats just the base model.

if you have any other questions about imports just hit me a message on AIM and ill gladly help you out man. good luck

Its funny though - around here, its just the opposite. WRXs are ALL OVER the place, its insanity. They are like civics up here, can go anywhere without seeing one.

High Quality · 04-19-2004, 11:13 AM

Get an evo

Lace · 04-19-2004, 11:39 AM

Personally I wouldn't choose either but they're two totally different cars.

You've got a 225HP Turbo'd WRX and a 200HP Naturally aspirated RSX.

Personally I'd go check out the 2004 Honda S2000, but the only downfall on that is it's a 2 seater.

Why don't you go test drive them both and see how you like them for yourself.

puresexnow · 04-19-2004, 11:42 AM

Subaru is a shitty FWD based "performance" car...

The Honda is a more completely engineered all-around car....

No doubt the WRX is quicker in a straight line and would be better suited to the average joe. The Honda is a drivers car more rewarding for someone that appreciates chassis balance, refinement and technology throughout.

As the HKS tuners say: In Japan, we no give fuck for Subaru.

Lace · 04-19-2004, 11:44 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by puresexnow
Subaru is a shitty FWD based "performance" car...

The Honda is a more completely engineered all-around car....

No doubt the WRX is quicker in a straight line and would be better suited to the average joe. The Honda is a drivers car more rewarding for someone that appreciates chassis balance, refinement and technology throughout.

As the HKS tuners say: In Japan, we no give fuck for Subaru.

Honda rocks, flat out. Most reliable engines IMO.

The S2000 can out handle most cars if not almost all cars out there on the market.

...And the HKS full catback exhaust on the s2k sounds amazing, so deep and crisp. No ricey sound.

JamesK · 04-19-2004, 11:45 AM

Acura RSX Type-S looks better to me.

zzgundamnzz · 04-19-2004, 12:32 PM

I'd go with the WRX. I test drove one and the handling/power are excellent. The RSX isn't even in the WRX' class.

Basic_man · 04-19-2004, 12:35 PM

I'm 100% addicted to RSX Type S

LadyMischief · 04-19-2004, 12:35 PM

SUBARU!

vas · 04-19-2004, 12:40 PM

if you think you will have luxury with the rsx type-s you are mistaken..

i wont weigh in on what car is better cuz each person has their own opinions... that and my view is biased being a wrx owner hehe

wrx has been highly impressive, you cant go wrong with turbo and AWD

SetTheWorldonFire · 04-19-2004, 12:49 PM

http://www.mitsubishicars.com/MMSA/j...p?t=mechanical

271 horsepower

Manowar · 04-19-2004, 12:52 PM

Subaru for sure

SetTheWorldonFire · 04-19-2004, 12:56 PM

http://www.mitsubishicars.com/MMSA/j...p?t=mechanical

Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
Starting at 28,987
271 horsepower

http://www.subaru.com/servlet/showro...and= overview

Subaru WRX STi Sedan
Starting at $31,120
300 horsepower

TheHitman · 04-19-2004, 01:15 PM

Sube anyday

TheHitman · 04-19-2004, 01:16 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by puresexnow
Subaru is a shitty FWD based "performance" car...

The Honda is a more completely engineered all-around car....

No doubt the WRX is quicker in a straight line and would be better suited to the average joe. The Honda is a drivers car more rewarding for someone that appreciates chassis balance, refinement and technology throughout.

As the HKS tuners say: In Japan, we no give fuck for Subaru.

You don't know what you're talking about

riosluts · 04-19-2004, 01:17 PM

an WRX is way more than a RSX Type-S. If it was my opinion i'd go with the WRX. 4wheel drive

kush · 04-19-2004, 01:18 PM

What about the RSX Type-S vs the RX 8 ?

My buddies got the type S, I've got the RX8.

But we're so far away, that we haven't had the chance to race yet.

TaDoW · 04-19-2004, 01:24 PM

The M3 wins every time! go with the m3

TaDoW · 04-19-2004, 01:25 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by SetTheWorldonFire
http://www.mitsubishicars.com/MMSA/j...p?t=mechanical

Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
Starting at 28,987
271 horsepower

http://www.subaru.com/servlet/showro...and= overview

Subaru WRX STi Sedan
Starting at $31,120
300 horsepower

torque is what matters for accelleration .. horsepower hardly does shit

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Plan9 Confirmed User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Seattle Posts: 1,801	RSX Type-S vs. Subaru WRX Anyone here have either of these cars? Or better yet; have driven both and would be able to compare the two? I am thinking of getting a new car, and these are what I've narrowed my choices down to. I've heard they are both great cars, for every day driving as well as a sports car - which is exactly what Im looking for. Just wondering how well both of them hold up in general, and if anyone would reccomend one over the other - from personal experiences? And for those that dont know what they are: Acura RSX Type-S Subaru WRX ...opinions?

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webgurl Confirmed User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Clouds with Carebears Posts: 7,954	interesting comparison , i would have to say the RSX Type S , simply cause I am Honda Fan , but as I recall the WRX is a bit cheaper and has a bit better performance in terms of handling and speed .

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