2001 Acura RSX vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 159 kg more than 2001 Acura RSX.
Because 2007 Nissan Qashqai 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 Nissan Qashqai 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 Nissan Qashqai (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura RSX | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | RSX | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |