2006 Acura RSX vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius 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, 2006 Acura RSX (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 211 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RSX | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | RSX | Prius |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
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 | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 13.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |