2001 Acura RSX vs. 2002 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2002 Honda Mobilio is newer by 1 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, 2001 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RSX weights approximately 2 kg more than 2002 Honda Mobilio. 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, 2001 Acura RSX (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Mobilio. 2001 Acura RSX has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Mobilio has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Mobilio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura RSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 2002 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | RSX | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
