2002 Acura RSX vs. 2003 Avanti Studebaker
To start off, 2003 Avanti Studebaker is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura RSX would be higher. At 5,952 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2002 Acura RSX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1445 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Avanti Studebaker 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, 2003 Avanti Studebaker 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, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (560 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 2003 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 2003 Avanti Studebaker | |
| Make | Acura | Avanti |
| Model | RSX | Studebaker |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3410 mm |
