2002 Acura RSX vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 11 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), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Acura RSX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 200 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 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
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2002 Acura RSX | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | RSX | Impreza |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
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 | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 331 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |