2002 Acura RSX vs. 2008 Honda FR-V

To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V 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. Both 2002 Acura RSX and 2008 Honda FR-V are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 225 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, 2008 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Acura RSX 2008 Honda FR-V
Make Acura Honda
Model RSX FR-V
Year Released 2002 2008
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 158 HP 0 HP
Torque 191 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1222 kg 1447 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 2120 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 58 L