2006 Acura RSX vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Acura RSX. (201 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura RSX.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RSX | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Acura | Volvo |
Model | RSX | S80 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2835 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |