2002 Acura RSX vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Acura RSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura RSX weights approximately 440 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life 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, 2002 Acura RSX (193 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm). This means 2002 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life. 2002 Acura RSX has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura RSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 1999 Honda Life | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | RSX | Life |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2370 mm |
