2001 Acura RSX vs. 2011 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2001 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 899 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.
Because 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 2011 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | RSX | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 87 L |
