2002 Acura RSX vs. 2012 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix20 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 46 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai ix20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 2012 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Acura | Hyundai |
| Model | RSX | ix20 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2615 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
