2002 Acura RSX vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 6 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Acura RSX. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura RSX.
Because 2008 Honda Element 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, 2008 Honda Element 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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX. 2008 Honda Element 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. 2008 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 2008 Honda Element | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | RSX | Element |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
