2002 Smart ForTwo vs. 2002 Acura RSX
To start off, both 2002 Smart ForTwo and 2002 Acura RSX were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura RSX weights approximately 407 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX, 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 Acura RSX (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo. 2002 Acura RSX has automatic transmission and 2002 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2002 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura RSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Smart ForTwo | 2002 Acura RSX | |
| Make | Smart | Acura |
| Model | ForTwo | RSX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 50 L |
