Pretty similar in both price and engine.. which would you prefer?

 

rsx

also rsx is cheaper to lease w/ acura's 199/mo offer

 

RSX

 

rsx

 

the egg car (Si) is too heavy, go with the RSX

 

They're nearly the same weight, about 2700 pounds, and you get a lot more utility in the Si. I have an Si, so I'm biased, but some advantages I see are:

-- far fewer of them on the road than the RSX
-- great seats and seat material (Alcantara)
-- hatch will swallow surprisingly large things
-- generally lower price ('04s are going for about $17K OTD these days)
-- (H) badges

You do get a better warranty with the RSX, and probably get to deal with more pleasant dealerships/service departments. For me, I like the no-nonsense European hatch character of the Si, as opposed to the somewhat slicker Japanese luxury character of the RSX. I *love* my Si and wouldn't trade it for an RSX, but it's up to you to decide which suits you better.

Let me know if you have any specific questions.

 

^he's biased!!

get the rsx.

 

RSX!

My girlfriend just leased a RSX Type S. This is a car I almost bought before my S2K. After a test drive, she was sold (and before, she didn't want to consider any Honda/Acuras). Obviously, the Type S is better than the Si or regular RSX, but I do think the regular RSX is better than a Civic Si. It has better looks and a better warranty. Of course, you can always get the FHP package for the Si, and then, it becomes a better car.

 

* RSX *

I had an Si, trust me, in a long run, RSX will hold its value much better. It's a much better car by all means.

I like the seat in the Si too, but RSX is just as nice and I don't think you should buy a car 'cause it has a nicer looking seats. Quality wise, Si was the worst fit and finnish car I've ever owned, breaks s*uck, couldn't stand it ..sold it after 3 months.

\"YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED!!!\"

 

Yes, I forgot to mention you can't really leave the car stock. Springs (or coilovers) are a must, and a different rear wing makes the car look less like an egg. At least the '04s have decent rims and tires though. After you do a few things to it, it's looks and handles much better. By the way, here's mine (an '03):