2002 Acura RSX vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 22 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 (193 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm). This means 2002 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | RSX | Insight |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1694 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
