2006 Acura RSX vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (201 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6.
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, 2001 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RSX | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Acura | Mazda |
Model | RSX | 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |