2001 Acura RSX vs. 2006 Toyota Sienna

To start off, 2006 Toyota Sienna 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 3,308 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sienna (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Toyota Sienna (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RSX.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Acura RSX 2006 Toyota Sienna
Make Acura Toyota
Model RSX Sienna
Year Released 2001 2006
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 3308 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 160 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 191 Nm 301 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85.9 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.9 mm 83 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 10.8:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 3040 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 76 L


 

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