2006 Acura RSX vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Acura RSX. (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura RSX.
Because 2010 GMC Canyon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 GMC Canyon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GMC Canyon (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RSX | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Acura | GMC |
Model | RSX | Canyon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |