2004 Acura RSX vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura RSX would be higher. Both 2004 Acura RSX and 2006 Mazda 6 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 266 kg more than 2004 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura RSX | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Acura | Mazda |
Model | RSX | 6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |