2006 Acura RSX vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 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 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 7 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 121 kg more than 2006 Acura RSX.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RSX | 2007 BMW 320 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | RSX | 320 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |