2002 Acura RSX vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 566 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, 2005 Ford Freestyle (271 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RSX | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
