2006 Acura RSX vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 4 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2006 Acura RSX. (201 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura RSX.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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, 2010 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | RSX | A5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
