2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2006 Acura RSX
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2006 Acura RSX were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,427 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 331 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2006 Acura RSX | |
Make | Chrysler | Acura |
Model | PT Cruiser | RSX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2427 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1274 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |