2001 Acura RSX vs. 2007 Ford Edge
To start off, 2007 Ford Edge is newer by 6 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2001 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RSX.
Because 2007 Ford Edge 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, 2007 Ford Edge 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, 2007 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 2007 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RSX | Edge |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
