2002 Acura RSX vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura RSX would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac SV 6. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac SV 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (289 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 2006 Pontiac SV 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | Acura | Pontiac |
| Model | RSX | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |
