2006 Acura RSX vs. 2005 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Trajet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Trajet 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 44 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 607 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 Hyundai Trajet (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX. 2005 Hyundai Trajet has automatic transmission and 2006 Acura RSX has manual transmission. 2006 Acura RSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Hyundai Trajet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 2005 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Acura | Hyundai |
| Model | RSX | Trajet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
