2002 Acura RSX vs. 2007 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2007 Ford Freestyle is newer by 5 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Ford Freestyle. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Freestyle.
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, 2007 Ford Freestyle (278 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RSX | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
