2006 Acura RSX vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (201 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX. 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Acura RSX | 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
Model | RSX | Pajero |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 88 L |