2006 Acura RSX vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 201 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | RSX | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
