why does it increase it's horse power by so much
2006-08-10 14:26:56 · 12 answers · asked by Anthony D 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Car Makes ➔ Acura
Ryan sngo is half right. The Type-S also uses different oil grade than the regular RSX. The Type-S uses 5w30 and only Type-S comes in stick. Honda engines are no longer naturally aspirated anymore. They added a 2.3l 4 cyl. Turbocharged 240hp motor to the lineup with the RDX. The first ever for an Acura car to have a power adder. Certified Acura tech.
2006-08-11 12:36:11 · answer #1 · answered by FORDever 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What the heck is everyone talking about? There was no mods with the S-type. It was a bigger engine than the normal version and HP was 205 compared to 160+ for the regular RSX. Also, the S-type only came with a 6-speed stick, no automatic. The suspension was slightly different but everything else was identical to the regular version except the "-S" in the emblem.
If you know how to drive a stick, it's worth the extra money. If you don't know how to drive a manual, then it's not worth it... :)~
2006-08-11 23:21:03 · answer #2 · answered by DarthFangNutts 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Acura RSX-S is the sporty version of the RSX. The RSX-S boasts a quality 210bhp from the same 2.0L engine as the normal 160bhp RSX. The difference being the RSX-S' sport tuned intake manifold.
In response to Saurabh's answer, Honda hs never used any form of forced induction. All their cars are NA.
2006-08-10 23:20:37 · answer #3 · answered by Ryan Sng 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Comparing an Acura RSX to RSX Type S is like comparing a Honda Civic to a Honda Civic Si.
I think it is supercharged
2006-08-11 00:21:01 · answer #4 · answered by monkeyof1986 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
regular rsx :Only available as auto/5spd
intelligent design propels the RSX in a number of ways, beginning with a 155-horsepower, 2.0-liter, 16-valve engine. The RSX also serves to inspire a clever bit of engineering—its i-VTEC® system provides both low-rpm torque and high-rpm power, reaching a maximum pull of 139-lbs.-ft. at 4000 rpm. Of course, the RSX is only as high performance as its materials. Aluminum-alloy blocks and cylinder heads reduce weight, and forged-steel crankshaft rides on micropolished surfaces to reduce friction. In the end, you get power and precision. And with up to 100,000 miles to enjoy it before its first scheduled tune-up*, you get durability as well.
RSX S:available only as 6spd
The Type-S takes sports coupe performance even farther, drawing on 201 horsepower at 7800 rpm and pulling 140-lbs.-ft. at 7000 rpm. But there's more behind its rush of power than rpms and broad, flat torque curves. An advanced 3-rocker arm design operates on both intake and exhaust valves, and the i-VTEC® engine inspires immediate response, whatever road you've set out to challenge. To keep it lightweight and agile enough for your driving whims, the Type-S engine is constructed of aluminum-alloy blocks and cylinder heads. And if you're looking for the practical note of its performance, consider its durability—the Type-S is designed to travel 110,000 miles before its first scheduled tune-up.
2006-08-12 20:31:32 · answer #5 · answered by mommy2savannah51405 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the S type also has the same i-VTEC technology as the S2000,( a higher model) so think of it this way, why dosnt the EX Civic get as much HP as the Si? they both have the same engine and Vtec.
2006-08-13 17:13:40 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
More power and hard-core performance separates the two models.
2006-08-12 05:01:18 · answer #7 · answered by brian 2010 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
more horsepower and a 6 speed manual transmission
2006-08-14 17:13:40 · answer #8 · answered by John71 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hence the "type S" also includes a sportier suspension
2006-08-11 00:08:10 · answer #9 · answered by zhongwen29 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Engine Mods. maybe different heads, intake, exhaust, cams, etc.
2006-08-10 21:30:00 · answer #10 · answered by Dan 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋