2002 Acura RSX vs. 2012 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2012 Ford Fusion. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fusion weights approximately 286 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, 2012 Ford Fusion (233 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 2012 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RSX | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
