2002 Acura RSX vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 10 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2002 Acura RSX. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 535 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX. 2012 Ford Falcon 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. 2012 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Acura RSX | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | RSX | Falcon |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 409 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | LPG |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4955 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |