2006 Acura RSX vs. 1999 Honda Accord

To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Accord weights approximately 91 kg more than 2006 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 Acura RSX (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Acura RSX 1999 Honda Accord
Make Acura Honda
Model RSX Accord
Year Released 2006 1999
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 155 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 188 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1274 kg 1365 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 60 L