2002 Acura RSX vs. 2007 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Milan.
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 Mercury Milan (203 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 2007 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX. 2002 Acura RSX has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercury Milan has manual transmission. 2007 Mercury Milan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura RSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 2007 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Acura | Mercury |
| Model | RSX | Milan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
