2002 Acura RSX vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2002 Acura RSX and 2002 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Volvo V70. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 462 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX.
Because 2002 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 (280 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 2002 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2002 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | RSX | V70 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
