2002 Acura RSX vs. 1998 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2002 Acura RSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Serena weights approximately 163 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX.
Because 1998 Nissan Serena 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 1998 Nissan Serena. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX, 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, 2002 Acura RSX (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura RSX | 1998 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | RSX | Serena |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2740 mm |