2006 Acura RSX vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Acura RSX. (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 1131 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, 2008 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RSX | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | RSX | Sentra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |