2006 Acura RSX vs. 2009 Kia Optima
To start off, 2009 Kia Optima 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Optima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Acura RSX. (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Optima 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 Kia Optima (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RSX | 2009 Kia Optima | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | RSX | Optima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |