2002 Acura RSX vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 556 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | RSX | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 73 L |
