2006 Acura RSX vs. 2012 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.
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 (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 2012 Chevrolet Sonic | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | RSX | Sonic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| 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 | 155 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4039 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 46 L |
