2001 Acura RSX vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2001 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1281 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 2006 Chevrolet Express 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | RSX | Express |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |
