2006 Acura RSX vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (201 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Forte.
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, 2010 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RSX | 2010 Kia Forte | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | RSX | Forte |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
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 | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |