2009 Acura RL vs. 2006 Acura CSX
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura CSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura CSX would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2006 Acura CSX. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura CSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura RL weights approximately 509 kg more than 2006 Acura CSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Acura CSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL 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, 2009 Acura RL (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 2006 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Acura | Acura |
| Model | RL | CSX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
