2005 Acura RSX vs. 2006 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura RSX weights approximately 54 kg more than 2006 Morgan Aero 8.
Because 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Morgan Aero 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (191 Nm). This means 2006 Morgan Aero 8 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 Morgan Aero 8 has manual transmission. 2006 Morgan Aero 8 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RSX | 2006 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Acura | Morgan |
| Model | RSX | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
