2001 Acura RSX vs. 2001 Renault Talisman
To start off, both 2001 Acura RSX and 2001 Renault Talisman were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Renault Talisman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RSX (160 HP) has 86 more horse power than 2001 Renault Talisman. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Talisman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Talisman weights approximately 344 kg more than 2001 Acura RSX.
Because 2001 Renault Talisman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Renault Talisman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Talisman. (105 Nm). This means 2001 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Talisman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 2001 Renault Talisman | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | RSX | Talisman |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
