2002 Acura RSX vs. 2002 Nissan Primera
To start off, both 2002 Acura RSX and 2002 Nissan Primera were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Primera weights approximately 48 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, 2002 Acura RSX (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Primera. (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Primera. 2002 Nissan Primera 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 Nissan Primera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura RSX | 2002 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | RSX | Primera |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |