2006 Acura RSX vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (201 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord.
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 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RSX | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | RSX | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |