2001 Acura RSX vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Actyon 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. Both 2001 Acura RSX and 2007 SsangYong Actyon are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RSX (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 554 kg more than 2001 Acura RSX.
Because 2007 SsangYong Actyon 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 SsangYong Actyon 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 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RSX. 2007 SsangYong Actyon has automatic transmission and 2001 Acura RSX has manual transmission. 2001 Acura RSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 2007 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Acura | SsangYong |
| Model | RSX | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
