2002 Acura RSX vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2002 Acura RSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 344 kg more than 2002 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, 2000 Mercury Sable (248 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Acura | Mercury |
| Model | RSX | Sable |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
