2001 Acura RSX vs. 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2001 Acura RSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RSX (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 488 kg more than 2001 Acura RSX.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | RSX | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3040 mm |
