2002 Acura RSX vs. 2004 Acura RSX
To start off, 2004 Acura RSX is newer by 2 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. Both 2002 Acura RSX and 2004 Acura RSX are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Acura RSX. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura RSX should accelerate faster 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, 2004 Acura RSX (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura RSX | 2004 Acura RSX | |
Make | Acura | Acura |
Model | RSX | RSX |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1222 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |