2006 Acura RSX vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 7 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, 2013 Audi A4 (208 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Acura RSX. (155 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A4 weights approximately 406 kg more than 2006 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A4 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, 2013 Audi A4 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, 2013 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
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2006 Acura RSX | 2013 Audi A4 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | RSX | A4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 188 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4703 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2808 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |