2006 Acura RSX vs. 2006 Ford Bantam
To start off, both 2006 Acura RSX and 2006 Ford Bantam were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 61 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RSX weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 Ford Bantam. 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 Acura RSX (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RSX | 2006 Ford Bantam | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | RSX | Bantam |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1597 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1244 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |