2001 Acura RSX vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 24 kg more than 2001 Acura RSX.
Because 2007 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic 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, 2001 Acura RSX (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2001 Acura RSX has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura RSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | RSX | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
