2001 Acura RSX vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest 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 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2001 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Quest weights approximately 186 kg more than 2001 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura RSX | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | RSX | Quest |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |