2002 Acura RSX vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 4 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (156 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 760 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (217 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | RSX | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
