2002 Acura RSX vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2003 Honda CR-V 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Honda CR-V. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda CR-V weights approximately 278 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX.
Because 2003 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V 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 Acura RSX (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura RSX | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | RSX | CR-V |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |