2005 Acura RSX vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura RSX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RSX (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 449 kg more than 2005 Acura RSX.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (255 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (194 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura RSX | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Acura | Hyundai |
Model | RSX | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 255 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |