2006 Acura RSX vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,434 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S40. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S40 weights approximately 126 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 Volvo S40 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RSX | 2005 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Acura | Volvo |
Model | RSX | S40 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2434 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |