2002 Acura RSX vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2002 Acura RSX and 2002 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 268 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX. 2002 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Acura | Subaru |
| Model | RSX | Outback |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
