2002 Acura RSX vs. 2010 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Avenger 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Avenger. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Avenger.
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, 2010 Dodge Avenger (225 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 2010 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 2010 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | RSX | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1824 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
