2001 Acura RSX vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RSX (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 299 kg more than 2001 Acura RSX.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura RSX | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | RSX | Golf |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1782 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |