The Acura RSX (2002-2006) marked a pivotal shift in Acura's lineup, replacing the Integra with a sleek, modern design and a focus on sporty performance under its new alphanumeric nameplate.
Equipped with a 2.0L inline-4 engine, the RSX offered 155 to 210 horsepower and 139 to 143 lb-ft of torque.
The standout Type-S trim utilized Honda's VTEC (Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control) technology, delivering up to 210 horsepower through a 6-speed manual transmission.
Exclusively front-wheel drive, the RSX combined spirited performance with daily practicality, cementing its status as a compact sports car favorite.
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2006 Acura RSX Horsepower And Torque
The 2006 Acura RSX offers a horsepower range from 155hp with a 2.0L engine to 201hp with the Type S 2.0L engine configuration.
Torque output spans from 139 lb-ft for the standard 2.0L engine to 140 lb-ft for the Type S 2.0L variant.
All models feature a front-wheel-drive system and come with either a 5-speed manual with overdrive or a 6-speed manual with overdrive for the Type S version.
2006 Acura RSX Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| Base Coupe |
2.0L | I4 | 5 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
155 hp @ 6,500 rpm |
139 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| Type S (6 Spd) Coupe |
2.0L | I4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
201 hp @ 7,800 rpm |
140 ft-lbs @ 7,000 rpm |
2005 Acura RSX Horsepower And Torque
The 2005 Acura RSX offers a horsepower range from 160hp with a 2.0L engine and 5-speed manual transmission to 210hp in the Type S model equipped with a 2.0L engine and 6-speed manual transmission.
Torque output for the 2005 RSX spans from 141 lb-ft in the base 2.0L configuration to 143 lb-ft in the Type S 2.0L variant.
All models feature a front-wheel-drive (FWD) drivetrain configuration.
2005 Acura RSX Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| Base Coupe |
2.0L | I4 | 5 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
160 hp @ 6,500 rpm |
141 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| Type S (6 Spd) Coupe |
2.0L | I4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
210 hp @ 7,800 rpm |
143 ft-lbs @ 7,000 rpm |
2004 Acura RSX Horsepower And Torque
The 2004 Acura RSX offers a horsepower range from 160hp with a 2.0L engine to 200hp in the Type S trim equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission.
Torque output for the 2.0L engine is 141 lb-ft, increasing slightly to 142 lb-ft for the Type S 6-speed variant.
All models feature a 2.0L engine size, front-wheel drive, and manual transmissions with overdrive.
2004 Acura RSX Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| Base Coupe |
2.0L | I4 | 5 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
160 hp @ 6,500 rpm |
141 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| Type S (6 Spd) Coupe |
2.0L | I4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
200 hp @ 7,400 rpm |
142 ft-lbs @ 6,000 rpm |
2003 Acura RSX Horsepower And Torque
The 2003 Acura RSX offers a horsepower range from 160hp with a 2.0L engine to 200hp in the Type S trim equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission.
Torque output for the 2.0L engine is 141 lb-ft, increasing slightly to 142 lb-ft for the Type S 6-speed variant.
All models feature a 2.0L engine size and come with a front-wheel-drive configuration.
2003 Acura RSX Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| Base Coupe |
2.0L | I4 | 5 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
160 hp @ 6,500 rpm |
141 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| Type S (6 Spd) Coupe |
2.0L | I4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
200 hp @ 7,400 rpm |
142 ft-lbs @ 6,000 rpm |
2002 Acura RSX Horsepower And Torque
The 2002 Acura RSX offers a horsepower range from 160hp with a 2.0L engine to 200hp in the Type S trim equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission.
Torque output for the 2.0L engine is 141 lb-ft, increasing slightly to 142 lb-ft for the Type S 6-speed variant.
All models feature a 2.0L engine, with transmission options including a 5-speed manual with overdrive or a 6-speed manual with overdrive, and are configured with front-wheel drive.
2002 Acura RSX Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| Base Coupe |
2.0L | I4 | 5 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
160 hp @ 6,500 rpm |
141 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| Type S (6 Spd) Coupe |
2.0L | I4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
200 hp @ 7,400 rpm |
142 ft-lbs @ 6,000 rpm |
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