2002 Acura RSX vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2002 Acura RSX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Acura | Porsche |
| Model | RSX | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
