2002 Acura RSX vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
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 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | RSX | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
