2006 Acura RSX vs. 2009 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 3 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Acura RSX. (201 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura RSX.
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, 2009 GMC Acadia (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX. 2009 GMC Acadia 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. 2009 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 2009 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | RSX | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
