2002 Acura RSX vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 9 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 45 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 98 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic. 2011 Honda Civic 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. 2011 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | RSX | Civic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |
