2006 Toyota Camry vs. 2003 Acura RSX
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura RSX would be higher. At 2,360 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 222 kg more than 2003 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 Toyota Camry (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Camry | 2003 Acura RSX | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Camry | RSX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1444 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
