2007 Acura RDX vs. 2002 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX 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, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. 2007 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2002 Chevrolet Prizm has manual transmission. 2002 Chevrolet Prizm will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 2002 Chevrolet Prizm | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | RDX | Prizm |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
