2002 Acura RSX vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota 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. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 411 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | RSX | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1641 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
