2002 Acura RSX vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sorento. (191 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 514 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 Kia Sorento (245 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 2012 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | RSX | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
