2002 Acura RSX vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 640 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | RSX | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
