2001 Acura RSX vs. 1999 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2001 Acura RSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. Both 2001 Acura RSX and 1999 Toyota RAV4 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RSX (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2001 Acura RSX.
Because 1999 Toyota RAV4 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, 1999 Toyota RAV4 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, 2001 Acura RSX (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura RSX | 1999 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | RSX | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |