2002 Acura RSX vs. 2002 Lexus GS
To start off, both 2002 Acura RSX and 2002 Lexus GS were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Lexus GS. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus GS weights approximately 430 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX.
Because 2002 Lexus GS 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 Lexus GS. 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 Lexus GS (296 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 2002 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 2002 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Acura | Lexus |
| Model | RSX | GS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
