2006 Acura RSX vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Acura RSX. (201 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura RSX.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 Porsche Boxter (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RSX | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | RSX | Boxter |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1282 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2475 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |