2006 Acura RSX vs. 2004 BMW 120
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 120 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 35 more horse power than 2004 BMW 120. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 120 weights approximately 111 kg more than 2006 Acura RSX.
Because 2004 BMW 120 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 2004 BMW 120. 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, 2004 BMW 120 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 2004 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | RSX | 120 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
