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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RSX (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. (153 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 280 kg more 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, 2007 Jaguar X-Type (366 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RSX. (192 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 | 1998 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
