2005 Acura RSX vs. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP) has 225 more horse power than 2005 Acura RSX. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 126 kg more than 2005 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (191 Nm). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX. 2005 Acura RSX has automatic transmission and 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has manual transmission. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura RSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Acura RSX | 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Acura | Land Rover |
Model | RSX | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 385 HP |
Torque | 191 Nm | 550 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 88 L |