2006 Acura RSX vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Rio 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 (201 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio.
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, 2006 Acura RSX (190 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2006 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RSX | 2005 Kia Rio | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | RSX | Rio |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 141 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |