2004 Acura RSX vs. 2006 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2006 Nissan X-Trail 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. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 380 kg more than 2004 Acura RSX.
Because 2006 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura RSX | 2006 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | RSX | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |