2002 Acura RSX vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 Acura RSX. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 109 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.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX. 2005 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2002 Acura RSX has manual transmission. 2002 Acura RSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Acura RSX | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | RSX | Passat |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2771 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |