2006 Acura RSX vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (151 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 5 weights approximately 276 kg more 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, 2006 Acura RSX (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RSX | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Acura | Mazda |
Model | RSX | 5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |