haha, why are you asking this? The Acura. The Civic has the most controversial opinion, and RSX has great looks, isn't as popular, so it turns more heads. DO NOT GET THE CIVIC. ugh. RSX all the way! By the way, my best friend owns an rsx type-s, so I'm not just saying that for any reason. It is an Acura, which, yes is made by Honda, but Acuras have a way better reputation. Do yourself good and get the RSX. They rock. but I can tell you are favoring The civic right now because this question is filed under Honda, and not Acura, and you have civic stated first in your question. I have to convince you not to get the Civic. There are plenty of mods. It is almost a comparison of The Ford Taurus against a Porsche Boxter. The taurus is perfect for the ordinary boring American, and makes rental cars because they are boring. The Porsche draws attention, and shows you have good taste. Let me know what you pick.