2001 Acura RSX vs. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 7 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2001 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 946 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 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | RSX | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| 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 | 2202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |
