2002 Acura RSX vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Acura | Xedos |
| Model | RSX | 9 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
