2006 Acura RSX vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 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 22 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i40. (133 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2006 Acura RSX.
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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i40. (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RSX | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Acura | Hyundai |
Model | RSX | i40 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11:01 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |