2003 Acura RSX vs. 2006 Acura RSX
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura RSX would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Acura RSX. (155 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RSX weights approximately 52 kg more than 2003 Acura RSX.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Acura RSX (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura RSX | 2006 Acura RSX | |
| Make | Acura | Acura |
| Model | RSX | RSX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
