2001 Acura RSX vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2001 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RSX weights approximately 176 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2010 Toyota Tundra 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, 2010 Toyota Tundra 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, 2010 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura RSX | 2010 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | RSX | Tundra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 424 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |