2002 Acura RSX vs. 2002 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2002 Acura RSX and 2002 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2002 Acura RSX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 320 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 Saab 03-Sep 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 Saab 03-Sep 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 Saab 03-Sep (400 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 2002 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX. 2002 Acura RSX has automatic transmission and 2002 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2002 Saab 03-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura RSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 2002 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Acura | Saab |
| Model | RSX | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |
