2006 Acura RSX vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Acura RSX. (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 422 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 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX. 2013 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2006 Acura RSX has manual transmission. 2006 Acura RSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RSX | Escape |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
