1996 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Acura CSX
To start off, 2006 Acura CSX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2006 Acura CSX. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura CSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura CSX weights approximately 191 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911.
Because 1996 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura CSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura CSX. (188 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 911 | 2006 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Porsche | Acura |
| Model | 911 | CSX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2700 mm |
