2001 Acura RSX vs. 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, both 2001 Acura RSX and 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (140 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 127 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, 2001 Acura RSX (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (190 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 2001 Acura RSX has automatic transmission and 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser has manual transmission. 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura RSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | RSX | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
