2002 Acura RSX vs. 2002 Saturn L
To start off, both 2002 Acura RSX and 2002 Saturn L were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saturn L weights approximately 116 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 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura RSX | 2002 Saturn L | |
Make | Acura | Saturn |
Model | RSX | L |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |