The base rsx for 2006 was rated at 155 hp 116 kw and the type s was rated at 201 hp 150 kw. The 20022006 rsx types is one of the few cars that can do it all deliver 25 30 mpg getting you to and from work, offer a generous amount of cargo space, and deliver a satisfying sporty driving experience. If you are trying to stick with an oem filter, the s2k is the best oem filter offered, thats already been established. Acura rsx with dc5 chassis 2002, sld type i speed limiter by hks. What are the pros and cons of the acura rsx type r vs. The exhaust sounds wimpy with some unwanted drone compared to the custom exhausts on my s2k and tl type s which are louder but easier on the ear. However, ziel had replaced virtually all of the rsx types components with type r bits. My friends eg makes 275whp with a tsx bottom, type s head,type s oil pump, blueprint stage 2 cams, rbc manifold, dtrssr header, rdx 440cc injectors.
It was designed and mainly used for process control, but was also popular for. For fans, drivers, passengers, and admirers of the acura rsx. Not to mention the fact that a physically larger filter will cause a drop in oil pressure. All motor potential rsx type s honda and acura car forums.
The base rsx for 2006 was rated at 155 hp 116 kw and the types was rated at 201 hp 150 kw. Yes, the type r is faster in every way but theres just a feeling that the s delivers that the r can not. Yes, the type r is faster in every way but there s just a feeling that the s delivers that the r can not. Again, the s2000 would have more horsepower, but would lack the torque. Questions and answers for those with or who want to go turbo. Nov 01, 2002 however, ziel had replaced virtually all of the rsx type s components with type r bits. The rsx type s is the fastest fwd na 4banger in the us. The forged aluminium front lower control arms are type r pieces, as are the bushings and brembo brakes. We raced probably like 7 times from a 50 roll on the highway and i took him every time by a car and half.
Hondata kpro for 2002 acura rsx import parts source. Detailed features and specs for the used 2006 acura rsx type s including fuel economy, transmission, warranty, engine type, cylinders, drivetrain and more. We have 4 acura rsx type s vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 2 1owner cars, and 6 personal use cars. The rsx types is the fastest fwd na 4banger in the us.
The s2000 kpro includes a new or user supplied rsx prb ecu adapted for the s2000, and a wiring. I currently own a 2006 gpw s2000 along with a 2017 type r. Keep in mind the rsx uses a significantly different engine from ours, having smaller displacement and more room to stretch its legs on the topend not to mention. Luxury wise you would debate over is300, a4, bmw 328i, or g35 if it is rear wheel drive you want then you might want to get the s2k because its the cheapest rear wheel drive car that i. When the integra was refreshed in 2005, integra base model was dropped. I daily the 06 and the 02 will be up for sale soon. Each acura rsx vehicle, evident was the updated features that boasts of a. Rsxs vs s2000 acura rsx, ilx and honda ep3 forum club rsx. For the 20002005 s2000s, as i understand it the hacked kseries ecus available on the market are hondata s kpro utilizing a prb ecu from a rsx type s and doctronic s proecu s2k unit from austria. This is a specially adapted ecu which allows the 20002005 s2000 to run from a rsx ecu.
So my friend bought an 05 wrx from the dealership yesterday and he wanted to race. My friend has an 06 rsx type s so we decided to line em up last saturday. Another problem that i will probably face is the rear hub compatibility with the abs system, along with electronic issues between the 4wd trans and rsx. Aug 25, 2019 both cars are essentially based on the same chassis.
Highfrequency transmission to lowfrequency cluster 2 s2k setting corrects speed only for s2k. What is the difference between acura rsx and rsx type s. What is the differnce between an acura rsx type s and honda. Intake and ktuner mods and dyno page 2 honda element. Hondata will provide a new honda ecu from a 0204 rsx types with the kpro modification installed. Rsx11 is a discontinued family of multiuser realtime operating systems for pdp11 computers created by digital equipment corporation. The type s would obviously be more fun, more powerful, faster, and have a stick shift which i really want, but its older, has the less appealing looking headlights, and requires premium gasoline. The s2000 kpro includes a new or user supplied rsx prb ecu adapted for the s2000, and a wiring harness for the crank and cam sensors. Honda detuned the ks so the rsx wouldnt be faster than the s2000 when the introduced it. In widespread use through the late 1970s and early 1980s, rsx11 was influential in the development of later operating systems such as vms and windows nt.
The type s was mechanically identical to the usdm acura rsx type s though it did lack cruise control, but badged like the jdm type s. My friends eg makes 275whp with a tsx bottom, type s head, type s oil pump, blueprint stage 2 cams, rbc manifold, dtrssr header, rdx 440cc injectors. Dc5 is the fourth and final generation of the honda integra compact car, introduced in japan on april 2001, and produced from july 2001 to july 2006. Luxury wise you would debate over is300, a4, bmw 328i, or g35 if it is rear wheel drive you want then you might want to get the s2k because its the cheapest rear wheel drive car that i know of that has a decent 14 time. Used 2006 acura rsx type s sport coupe 2d pricing kelley.
Acura rsx 2002 to 2004 2 door coupe standard hondata kpro notes. The 2005 acura rsx is now offered with two versions. The new lotus elise i believe is the fastest na 4cyl. Going from a 40 mph roll, you should have no problem. It just makes you want to hit corners hard, or either slide around. The type r came with more aggressive springs, dampers, and sway bars and a limited slip differential as well as about 15 more horsepower.
Hondata will provide a new honda ecu from a 0204 rsx type s with the kpro modification installed. Next projects are replacing the stock radiocd with a kenwood dnr476s with apple carplay, fixing a couple small bumps, and replacing the lowered stock springs with. What is the differnce between an acura rsx type s and. Honda element oem upgrade exhaust options honda element. I am the original owner, the car has still only 27,000 miles on it, and it spent every day of its life in a garage. Later i raced my friends s2k and he had me by like a car length everytime. From the performance side of the equation, the rsx types is a high performance coupe that is a flatout ball to drive on the pavement. Either the exhaust ports are slightly a different shape between the non type s and type s head i believe most different iterations of kseries are this way or the header itself is tuned in a way that also happens to make it fit the element better. Black interior was the only colour available for the redesign. The revlimit was also increased from 8100 rpm to 8300 rpm. You will also probably have better luck fitting a turbo in the rsx s. Detailed features and specs for the used 2006 acura rsx types including fuel economy, transmission, warranty, engine type, cylinders, drivetrain.
The big deal with the type r is the refinement and. Cmon guysthe wrx has 27 more hp and tons more torque. Like most acura engines, they are smooth and highrevving. Anyways, the rsx type s comes with a great engine k20a2, and what could be a great transmission, if they had put an lsd in it. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Like the older edition, both sport advanced engines still with intelligentvtec system that distributes enhanced performance across a broad power band. Owning both an r and s, i will say a boosted s would suffice. In 2005 the rsx type s received camshafts, bpipe and muffler, 4.
I was cruising down the street minding my own business on my way. One of the first issues i ran into were front wheel bearings and lower balljoints. For the 20002005 s2000s, as i understand it the hacked kseries ecus available on the market are hondatas kpro utilizing a prb ecu from a rsx types and doctronics proecu s2k unit from austria. You can build a 270whp na k for way less than that. Nov 03, 2008 you are right but wrong at the same time. The only trims available in 2006 was integra luxury and type s. The base rsx puts out 155 horsepower at 6,500 rpm and 9 pound. What is better integra type r vs rsx type s car forums. All about body kits, wings, and making the exterior of your rsx look good. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report. In 2005 the rsx types received camshafts, bpipe and muffler, 4. Honda detuned the k s so the rsx wouldnt be faster than the s2000 when the introduced it.
The temple of vtec honda and acura enthusiasts online. I have enjoyed owning my rsx for the past 2 years, it still looks good and i hate it was a limited model. Now, if you didnt have a daily driver and only had a choice to have one car, the ctr would be the better choice. Drove my buddies s2k like a week ago, and its sooo smooth to drive. Speed wise you might debate over wrx, s2k, or rsx type s. Looks like there would be issues with the oring sealing properly against the oil cooler. You will also probably have better luck fitting a turbo in the rsxs. The only thing i would think for the rsx type s header would be shape. The type s is an upper level trim of the rsx while the type r is built up from the jdm honda integra or in other parts of the world acura rsx. Something about the s2k with the top down brings an experience the. Here is the part where you are right, the car is still heavy and would be. Why i kept this 15 year old car acura rsx type s duration. Hello everyone, i currently just purchased an 06 rsx type s and fixing it up.
Sorry cousin screaming like an idiot ricer and shaq telling me where to go. Honda changed from recognizable names like integra or legend to alphabetical. Second was from like 5 mile rolling start and same results. Both cars are essentially based on the same chassis. And as shawn mentioned, the s2000 would have a disadvantage in torque.
The kseries programmable ecu kpro consists of a hardware modification to any kseries ecu, plus windows software which allows you to reprogram the ecu and datalog sensors. Well lets see our facts and opinions about the us integra type r vs rsx type s. Well, i still have my 2004 supercharged rsx type s. Get msrp, fair purchase price, resale value, and available inventory for the 2006 acura rsx type s sport coupe 2d. Track wise, i still think the s2k is fast than the st. I was saving for a few years to get a new rsx type s. First i began assembling the s2k cluster to a rsx bezel trim. Luckily the front to rear wheel base is very close. The only advantage of the type s is that it costs less and they were. Show full signature 2003 sebring silver honda s2000 current 1994 frost white acura integra ls sold. Used car pricing for the 2006 acura rsx type s sport coupe 2d. Acura rsx typer featured cars honda tuning magazine. Acura wants you to buy the whole knuckle with the balljoint already pressed, as they dont sell just the balljoint. With this function, the vehicles speed cannot exceed 180kmh.
First race was from a 10 mile rolling start and he had me from beginin till the end got me by like 2 car lengths. If anything the rsx traps the 14 mile at 93 mph which is dead even with a wrx. Idk, but ive always known that s2k s dominate on the track. This led to me modding the crap out of my little mr2. May 22, 2016 60 roll with me in fourth gear and s2k in third. The engine crank and cam sensors must be changed to equivalent 20062007 parts see below. The overall experience of the s at 9,000 rpm just cant be replaced in my eyes. About s2k cluster swap and odometer acura rsx, ilx and. It was introduced in north america for the 2002 model year as the acura rsx. Acura plans to release a rsx fpfactory performance pretty soon. I currently own a 2001 s2000 as well as the type r and will not be selling the s.