2006 Acura RSX vs. 2006 Opel Corsa

To start off, both 2006 Acura RSX and 2006 Opel Corsa 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 (201 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (90 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa.

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 (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Acura RSX 2006 Opel Corsa
Make Acura Opel
Model RSX Corsa
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 1389 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 7800 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 7000 RPM 3200 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 3850 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 50 L