2001 Acura RSX vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2001 Acura RSX. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RSX weights approximately 86 kg more than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RSX. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | RSX | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
