2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2004 Acura RSX
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2004 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 493 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.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Expedition | 2004 Acura RSX | |
Make | Ford | Acura |
Model | Expedition | RSX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1222 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 50 L |