2006 Acura RSX vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 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 12 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 208 kg more than 2006 Acura RSX.
Because 2008 Suzuki SX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki SX4 will offer significantly more control. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RSX | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Acura | Suzuki |
Model | RSX | SX4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |