2006 Acura RSX vs. 1999 Nissan President
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2006 Acura RSX. (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan President weights approximately 616 kg more than 2006 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan President 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 1999 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1999 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX. 1999 Nissan President has automatic transmission and 2006 Acura RSX has manual transmission. 2006 Acura RSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan President will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RSX | 1999 Nissan President | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | RSX | President |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3040 mm |