2006 Acura RSX vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 would be higher. Both 2006 Acura RSX and 2004 Mazda 6 are equipped with a 1,999 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (130 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 211 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Acura | Mazda |
Model | RSX | 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1485 kg |
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 Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |