2006 Acura RSX vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 5 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 79 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa.
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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | RSX | Versa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
