2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2004 Acura RSX
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura RSX weights approximately 144 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
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 Chevrolet Uplander (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 2004 Acura RSX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Uplander | RSX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
