2006 Acura RSX vs. 2005 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Forenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Forenza 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 29 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Forenza weights approximately 38 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, 2006 Acura RSX (188 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm). This means 2006 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RSX | 2005 Suzuki Forenza | |
Make | Acura | Suzuki |
Model | RSX | Forenza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 178 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |