2001 Acura RSX vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2001 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 526 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 2005 Volvo V70 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, 2005 Volvo V70 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (401 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | RSX | V70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
