2002 Toyota Highlander vs. 2011 Acura CSX
To start off, 2011 Acura CSX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura CSX (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Highlander. (149 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 342 kg more than 2011 Acura CSX.
Because 2002 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Acura CSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Highlander 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, 2002 Toyota Highlander (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Highlander | 2011 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Highlander | CSX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
