2001 Toyota FXS vs. 2001 Toyota RunX

To start off, both 2001 Toyota FXS and 2001 Toyota RunX were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota FXS (188 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RunX. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota FXS should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota FXS weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Toyota FXS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota FXS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Toyota FXS (280 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (170 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota FXS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX. 2001 Toyota RunX has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota FXS has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota FXS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota RunX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Toyota FXS 2001 Toyota RunX
Make Toyota Toyota
Model FXS RunX
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4292 cc 1794 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 188 HP 130 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 170 Nm
Engine Bore Size 91 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.5 mm 91.5 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1120 kg
Vehicle Length 4160 mm 4180 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 55 L


 

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