2001 Acura RSX vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 664 kg more than 2001 Acura RSX.
Because 2008 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RSX. 2001 Acura RSX has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura RSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Acura | Tata |
| Model | RSX | Safari |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
