2002 Acura RSX vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2002 Acura RSX and 2002 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,224 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 505 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX.
Because 2002 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (479 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura RSX | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RSX | E |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3224 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 479 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |