2006 Acura RSX vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 6 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Acura RSX. (201 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura RSX.
Because 2012 BMW 335 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, 2012 BMW 335 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RSX | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | RSX | 335 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |