2002 BMW 318 vs. 2010 Acura CSX
To start off, 2010 Acura CSX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Acura CSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura CSX (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 318 weights approximately 157 kg more than 2010 Acura CSX.
Because 2002 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura CSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 318 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 318 | 2010 Acura CSX | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | 318 | CSX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
