Ford Mustang or Acura RSX? - Page 2

HLxDrummer · 06-02-09, 08:37

I would say the RSX-S. More power, better handling, looks better IMO, and probably better on gas. However, if the Mustang was a GT it would be a little more tough.

Have you actually gotten a quote on the WRX? My friend recently got one (20 years old with one ticket) and it's not that bad. I actually went from a FWD/Auto/Non-turbo car to an AWD/Twin Turbo/5 speed car and my insurance stayed the same. A lot of companies see AWD as a safety feature.

OTG Signs · 06-02-09, 08:39

And for $13k you can get a low-mile lightly-modded Bullitt or even a Mach 1.

jDizzle · 06-02-09, 08:44

i beat v6 (pre 2005) mustangs in my little civic.. i like mustangs, but thats just dissapointing being beat by something that goes twice as far on a gallon of gas. tye rsx will most likley be a bit more expensive to insure... , but if you're a young guy like me, theres no such thing as cheap insurance anyway...u could try to find urself a Prelude, the SH models are decently quick and very fun to drive.. perhaps an older (2000ish) civic SI, the b16a2 and the drivetrain in them are pretty much bullet proof. btw, the rsx's (im not sure if its just the type s or not) run into tranny issues quite often if u beat on them.

Citius · 06-02-09, 04:53

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Originally Posted by Darkstar752

You can get a 2003 350Z or 2003 G35 for that price. Nissan's V6> Ford V6

Ford- 3.8L V6- 170hp
Infiniti- 3.7L V6- 332 hp

162 hp difference.

Actually it's a 4.0L V6 - 210 HP, but still, I see your point.

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Originally Posted by jDizzle

btw, the rsx's (im not sure if its just the type s or not) run into tranny issues quite often if u beat on them.

Yeah, I've heard that they have some tranny issues such as grinding in third gear.

I'm kind of changing my mind about the Ford Mustang thing.

Perferd · 06-02-09, 04:56

Ford Mustang American...

longdx · 06-02-09, 05:05

These are two diverse vehicles.
The Ford Mustang V6 is a fine cruiser (especially in a stick shift) and adequate grunt in daily driver use. The negatives are not as powerful as other coupes, gas mileage will not be much better than the V8 and basically non existent rear seats.

The RSX has a super light feel, great clutch feel, dart and shoot handling and typical (Honda/Acura) reliability. Negatives: cramped rear seat, power comes in higher rpms and every boy racer will want to challenge you.

Perferd · 06-02-09, 05:09

I dont quite understand the V6 stang vs. RSX when $13k can get you SO MUCH MORE these days...

Citius · 06-02-09, 05:32

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Originally Posted by Perferd

I dont quite understand the V6 stang vs. RSX when $13k can get you SO MUCH MORE these days...

I'm open to suggestions

longdx · 06-02-09, 05:48

An option is a lower mileage MINI. Great power to weight, great economy, very good resale value and pretty decent reliability.

Perferd · 06-02-09, 06:36

Ok well what are you looking for exactly? Stang and RSX are 2 completely different cars...You want good gas good for family fast handles well cheap to maintain?????

OTG Signs · 06-02-09, 06:49

Oh and you can't directly compare a HR 350Z to a 99-04 V6 Mustang. It's 3-4x the price.

Citius · 06-02-09, 07:24

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Originally Posted by Perferd

Ok well what are you looking for exactly? Stang and RSX are 2 completely different cars...You want good gas good for family fast handles well cheap to maintain?????

Basically except for the family option. I'm 19 so no family yet and hopefully not for a while haha.

Something fun to drive and somewhat practical since it will be my daily driver. My last vehicle was a '95 Toyota T100. It was a beast, but not exactly that fun to drive.