2002 Acura RSX vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Acura RSX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 925 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 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | RSX | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 87 L |
