2001 Acura RSX vs. 2010 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti EX is newer by 9 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti EX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2001 Acura RSX. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RSX.
Because 2010 Infiniti EX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Infiniti EX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RSX. 2010 Infiniti EX 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. 2010 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 2010 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Acura | Infiniti |
| Model | RSX | EX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
