2010 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2002 Acura RSX
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 8 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Acura RSX. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 822 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.
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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Chrysler Town & Country | 2002 Acura RSX | |
Make | Chrysler | Acura |
Model | Town & Country | RSX |
Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2044 kg | 1222 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1814 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |