2001 Acura RSX vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 11 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RSX.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT 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, 2012 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | RSX | TT |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
