2001 Acura RSX vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura RSX would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 214 kg more than 2001 Acura RSX.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RSX | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
