2006 Acura RSX vs. 1999 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Gol 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 (201 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Gol.
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 (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 1999 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | RSX | Gol |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
