2001 Acura RSX vs. 2007 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2007 Jaguar X-Type 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar X-Type (231 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2001 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 304 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 2007 Jaguar X-Type 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 Jaguar X-Type 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 Jaguar X-Type (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 2007 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Acura | Jaguar |
| Model | RSX | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
