2006 Acura RSX vs. 2006 Chrysler Pacifica
To start off, both 2006 Acura RSX and 2006 Chrysler Pacifica were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Acura RSX. (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 750 kg more than 2006 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chrysler Pacifica (339 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX. 2006 Chrysler Pacifica has automatic transmission and 2006 Acura RSX has manual transmission. 2006 Acura RSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler Pacifica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Acura RSX | 2006 Chrysler Pacifica | |
Make | Acura | Chrysler |
Model | RSX | Pacifica |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 87 L |