2001 Acura RSX vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 3 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 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 2001 Acura RSX. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 123 kg more than 2001 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche Carrera GT 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 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. 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, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Acura | Porsche |
| Model | RSX | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 92 L |
