2002 Acura RSX vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2002 Acura RSX and 2002 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2002 Acura RSX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1125 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 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche Cayenne (591 Nm) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura RSX | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | RSX | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4511 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 443 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 591 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |