2002 Acura RSX vs. 2002 Acura CL

To start off, both 2002 Acura RSX and 2002 Acura CL were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2002 Acura RSX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 350 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX. 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Acura RSX 2002 Acura CL
Make Acura Acura
Model RSX CL
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 3210 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 223 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6900 RPM
Torque 193 Nm 315 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 65 L


 

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