2002 Acura RSX vs. 2002 Toyota Allion

To start off, both 2002 Acura RSX and 2002 Toyota Allion were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Allion. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Allion weights approximately 12 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 Toyota Allion (200 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Allion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Acura RSX 2002 Toyota Allion
Make Acura Toyota
Model RSX Allion
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 223 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 193 Nm 200 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 1242 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2710 mm


 

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