2002 Acura RSX vs. 2010 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2010 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2010 Brilliance BS6. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Brilliance BS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 223 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, 2002 Acura RSX (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Brilliance BS6. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Brilliance BS6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 2010 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Acura | Brilliance |
| Model | RSX | BS6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |
