2006 Acura RSX vs. 2006 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, both 2006 Acura RSX and 2006 SsangYong Rodius were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,694 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Acura RSX. (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 943 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.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rodius will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RSX | 2006 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Acura | SsangYong |
Model | RSX | Rodius |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 2217 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |