2002 Acura RSX vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 7 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2002 Acura RSX. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura RSX.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura RSX | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Acura | Mazda |
Model | RSX | CX-7 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 69 L |