2001 Acura RSX vs. 2009 Audi TT
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 8 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RSX weights approximately 361 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Because 2009 Audi TT 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, 2009 Audi TT 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, 2009 Audi TT (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 2009 Audi TT | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | RSX | TT |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
