2002 Acura RSX vs. 2002 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, both 2002 Acura RSX and 2002 Jaguar XJ6 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ6 (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2002 Acura RSX. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 323 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.
Because 2002 Jaguar XJ6 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 2002 Jaguar XJ6. 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 Jaguar XJ6 (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX. 2002 Jaguar XJ6 has automatic transmission and 2002 Acura RSX has manual transmission. 2002 Acura RSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XJ6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Acura RSX | 2002 Jaguar XJ6 | |
Make | Acura | Jaguar |
Model | RSX | XJ6 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |