2006 Acura RSX vs. 2005 Kia Spectra
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 Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Spectra 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 63 more horse power than 2005 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Spectra.
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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm). This means 2006 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 2005 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | RSX | Spectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 7.1 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 | 55 L |
