2006 Acura RSX vs. 2010 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2010 Kia Picanto 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (201 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2010 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Picanto.
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 (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Picanto. 2010 Kia Picanto 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. 2010 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Acura RSX | 2010 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | RSX | Picanto |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |