2006 Acura RSX vs. 2006 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2006 Acura RSX and 2006 Mazda 2 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 56 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 2. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RSX weights approximately 119 kg more than 2006 Mazda 2. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 2. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RSX | 2006 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Acura | Mazda |
Model | RSX | 2 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |