2002 Acura RSX vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Venza. (179 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 525 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (334 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | RSX | Venza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1905 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |
