2001 Acura RSX vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2001 Acura RSX and 2001 Ford Mondeo were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 164 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 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo. 2001 Acura RSX has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Mondeo 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 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | RSX | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |