2002 Acura RSX vs. 2006 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Trajet 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 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 622 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, 2006 Hyundai Trajet (246 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 2006 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Acura | Hyundai |
| Model | RSX | Trajet |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
