2002 Acura RSX vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 3 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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 343 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | RSX | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
