2006 Acura RSX vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna

To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Acura RSX. (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 626 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.

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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX. 2013 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Acura RSX 2013 Toyota Sienna
Make Acura Toyota
Model RSX Sienna
Year Released 2006 2013
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 155 HP 262 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 188 Nm 252 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4100 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1274 kg 1900 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 5085 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1985 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1811 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.9 L/100km 7.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.4 L/100km 10.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 79 L


 

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