2001 Acura RSX vs. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2001 Acura RSX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 6,466 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 864 kg more than 2001 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (366 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | RSX | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3350 mm |
