2006 Kia Picanto vs. 2008 Acura CSX
To start off, 2008 Acura CSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura CSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura CSX (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 687 kg more than 2008 Acura CSX.
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, 2008 Acura CSX (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Acura CSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto. 2006 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 2008 Acura CSX has manual transmission. 2008 Acura CSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 2008 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Kia | Acura |
| Model | Picanto | CSX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |
