2003 tib GT vs Acura RSX type S - Hyundai Performance Forums

greenlanternx · 03-21-2002, 12:29 AM

hey guys.. friend of mine was harassing me about how he feels the Acura is sooo much better in just about everything. Can anyone console me here? <img src=/images/forums/snitz/uhh.gif width=15 height=15 border=0><img src=/images/forums/snitz/eek.gif width=15 height=15 border=0>

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AUTOBOT · 03-21-2002, 01:17 AM

The 2003 Tib GT beat the RSX type S in a race at SEMA.<img src=/images/forums/snitz/thumbup.gif width=25 height=18 border=0>

Not to mention the RSX doesn't beat the price or the warranty of the 2003 Tib GT<img src=/images/forums/snitz/thumbup.gif width=25 height=18 border=0> Also in my opinion the Tib has way better styling.

If he likes the RSX better then more power to him. If he is going to be too blind to see that there are other cars out there comparable to the RSX then that would be his loss.

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Shadowgate · 03-21-2002, 01:20 AM

The RSX to me looks like a tear drop....I'm sure the owner will be shedding a tear when you whoop his ass! <img src=/images/forums/snitz/laugh.gif width=15 height=31 border=0>

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greenlanternx · 03-21-2002, 01:26 AM

hehe thx guys, i know its goofy of me to post a thought like that, i appreciate the comments

even yours Autobot !

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Mechanix034 · 03-21-2002, 07:09 AM

Good luck...

<hr width=60% noshade size=1 align=left>The racing car is not a technical exercise. it is not an art object. The racing car is simply a tool for the racing driver...~Carrol Smith

Machene · 03-21-2002, 10:45 AM

Admittedly, the RSX is a pretty sweet car, but when I saw it next the the '03 Tib, it just looks really bland. The performance numbers are good, but it's torque is low, it's only a 4 banger and you have to rev it all to hell to get those numbers.

Some people have bought too much into the marketing ploys of Corporate America/Japan, and seem to pay too much attention to the name brands. If ya prefer to spend more $$$ for a little emblem, then sure go for the RSX. But, if you'd rather get the most car for dollar, nothing comes close to the Tib. <img src=/images/forums/snitz/thumbup.gif width=25 height=18 border=0>

Also, some people would rather follow then lead. I personally, prefer to be original and would rather not have or do what the majority of the population dictates. How many RSX owners get stopped in traffic and asked what car that is? There are numerous accounts of that happening to Tib owners. Don't just take my word on it, just drive the '03 Tib around the block and see how many heads turn. <img src=/images/forums/snitz/smile.gif width=15 height=15 border=0>

<hr width=60% noshade size=1 align=left>It is better to keep your mouth shut and be thought a fool, then to open it and remove all doubt.

Dixiflatline · 03-21-2002, 11:53 AM

I was at my other job (driver for a pizza place) and two guys drove by turned around and came in just to find out what kind of car I had. They were supprised to find out that the seats,Exaust ETX were still just the stock ones. (well the rims arent but ya know)

I was all smiles bragin bout my Tib.
SO to all the sheep that have to buy WHATS HOT RIGHT NOW
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ChaosThom · 03-21-2002, 01:41 PM

And... the interrior is butt ugly. Reminds me of an old Buick.<img src=/images/forums/snitz/laugh.gif width=15 height=31 border=0>

<hr width=60% noshade size=1 align=left>2003 Tiburon GT 6-Speed, Carbon Blue (wife's)
2003 Tiburon GT 6-Speed, Rally Red (mine)

Rudy H · 03-21-2002, 02:27 PM

<BLOCKQUOTE id=quote>quote:<hr height=1 noshade id=quote>The 2003 Tib GT beat the RSX type S in a race at SEMA.<hr height=1 noshade id=quote></BLOCKQUOTE id=quote>

Looking at the numbers from the mags, and side by side comparisons, Autobot, I don't think this still holds up true.

Regardless, I wouldn't prefer being another Honda owner and driving around something that everyone has, over driving something that less people have, and looks a lot better.

Styling in my opinion is way better, handling is suppose to be comparable, power is comparable, and all for $3,000 less. Thats $3,000 I will be surely putting in aftermarket mods in for. CAI, Headers exhaust, and possibly some springs, and I will be out running Type-S's like there is no tommorow.

<hr width=60% noshade size=1 align=left>2003 Hyundai Tiburon GS-R V6 --on order still--

1999 Hyundai Sonata GL V6
H7 Blue Eurolite
GLS Chrome Grill
Custom Intake/Header/Exhaust
55 shot Nitrous Express

--no longer with me--
1997 Hyundai Tiburon
Was a brave soul when combating the evi

greenlanternx · 03-21-2002, 02:49 PM

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And... the interrior is butt ugly. Reminds me of an old Buick.<img src=/images/forums/snitz/laugh.gif width=15 height=31 border=0>
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lol, i still have my old buick! (92)

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