2001 Acura RSX vs. 2005 Ford E-150
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 4 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2001 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1127 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RSX. (191 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 2005 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RSX | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 132 L |
