2006 Acura RSX vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2006 Acura RSX. (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 71 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 2007 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche Boxster (321 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Acura | Porsche |
| Model | RSX | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
