2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2002 Acura RSX
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 7 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. Both 2009 Dodge Caliber and 2002 Acura RSX are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 203 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2002 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 2002 Acura RSX | |
| Make | Dodge | Acura |
| Model | Caliber | RSX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
