2001 Acura RSX vs. 2008 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2008 Toyota RunX 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RSX weights approximately 124 kg more than 2008 Toyota RunX.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Acura RSX (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RunX. (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RunX. 2001 Acura RSX has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota RunX has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota RunX 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 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | RSX | RunX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
