2006 Acura RSX vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i20 is newer by 2 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 56 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i20.
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 (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i20. 2008 Hyundai i20 has automatic transmission and 2006 Acura RSX has manual transmission. 2006 Acura RSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai i20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Acura RSX | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Acura | Hyundai |
Model | RSX | i20 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17:01 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |