2001 Acura RSX vs. 2011 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2011 Dodge Journey is newer by 10 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Journey (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Journey weights approximately 464 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, 2011 Dodge Journey (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 2011 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | RSX | Journey |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 78 L |
