2002 Acura RSX vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant 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 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 290 kg more 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 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RSX | Galant |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
