2006 Acura RSX vs. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura RSX would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Acura RSX. (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 416 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | RSX | Spider |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 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 | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
