2002 Acura RSX vs. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, both 2002 Acura RSX and 2002 Toyota Bandeirante were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,660 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 560 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX.
Because 2002 Toyota Bandeirante 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 Toyota Bandeirante 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 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Bandeirante 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 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante 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 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | RSX | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3660 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 245 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2290 mm |