2011 Lexus CT vs. 2002 Acura RSX
To start off, 2011 Lexus CT is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2011 Lexus CT. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus CT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus CT weights approximately 198 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, 2011 Lexus CT (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus CT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lexus CT | 2002 Acura RSX | |
| Make | Lexus | Acura |
| Model | CT | RSX |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4321 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
