2006 Acura RSX vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 259 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, 2005 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RSX | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | RSX | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 16.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1533 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |