2006 Acura TL vs. 2004 Acura RSX

To start off, 2006 Acura TL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura RSX would be higher. At 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TL weights approximately 353 kg more than 2004 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, 2006 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura RSX.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Acura TL 2004 Acura RSX
Make Acura Acura
Model TL RSX
Year Released 2006 2004
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3212 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 258 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 316 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 1222 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.1 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 50 L


 

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