2001 Acura RSX vs. 2005 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Reno 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Reno. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Reno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Reno weights approximately 4 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Reno. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura RSX | 2005 Suzuki Reno | |
Make | Acura | Suzuki |
Model | RSX | Reno |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |