2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2002 Acura RSX
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 2 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Acura RSX. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 234 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (252 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (191 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2002 Acura RSX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Colorado | RSX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
