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| Acura RSX |
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The RSX is the new model from Acura for 2002. It will
replace the 8-year old Integra as the lowest-priced Acura. The RSX comes
as a two wheel drive coupe in either the base model or the Type-S. The RSX
comes standard with a 2.0L 160-hp engine and a five-Speed manual
transmission. The RSX-S has a 2.0L 200-hp engine with a six-speed
short-throw manual transmission. Both models have anti-lock brakes and
independent front and rear suspension. Standard features include power
windows and mirrors, automatic climate control, and a keyless entry remote
system. The RSX has a Premium sound system including an in-dash CD player
and the RSX-S has an Acura/Bose Music System with six-disc in-dash CD
changer and cassette. Bucket Leather seats are optional. Electronic Fuel
Injection, Power Anti-Lock 4 Wheel Disc Brakes, and Driver/Passenger Air
Bags are standard. Also standard is Heat-rejecting green-tinted glass,
power moon roof, and a power outlet. The RSX comes with a Chrome exhaust
outlet and the RSX-S comes with a Billet-style exhaust outlet. |
Specifications and Performance
|
General |
Transmission |
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Make |
Acura |
Type |
6-Speed
Manual |
|
Model |
2001
RSX |
1st Gear Ratio |
3.266:1 |
|
Powertrain Layout |
Front
Engine / FWD |
2nd Gear Ratio |
2.130:1 |
|
Base Price |
$19, 950 |
3rd Gear Ratio |
1.517:1 |
|
Dimensions |
4th Gear Ratio |
1.147:1 |
|
|
WheelBase |
101.2 in |
5th Gear Ratio |
0.921:1 |
|
Length |
172.2 in |
6th Gear Ratio |
0.738:1 |
|
Height |
55.1 in |
Final Drive |
4.388:1 |
|
Width |
67.9 in |
Chassis
& Body |
|
|
Weight |
2694 lbs |
Steering |
Torque-sensitive variable-assist rack-and-pinion steering |
|
Engine |
Tire Sizes |
F
225/45R-18 |
|
|
Configuration |
Inline-4 |
Brake Types |
4-wheel disc brakes |
|
Valvetrain |
DOHC,
4 valves / cylinder |
Available ABS |
Yes |
|
Displacement |
2000
cc / 122.0 cu in |
Body Material |
All steel-unit body |
|
Power |
149.1
kw / 199.9 bhp @ ? rpm |
Performance |
|
|
Torque |
RSX
- 141 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm |
Top Speed |
133 mph |
| Turbo/Supercharger | No | 0-30 mph | Not Available |
|
Bore |
3.38 in |
0 - 60 mph |
6.7 Seconds |
|
Stroke |
3.38
in |
0 - 100 mph |
Not
Available |
|
Compression Ratio |
RSX
- 9.8:1 |
0 - ¼ mile |
15.20 |
|
BHP / Liter |
99.95
bhp |
Lateral Acceleration |
Not
Available |
|
Redline |
RSX
- 6800 rpm |
EPA City / Hwy |
27/31 |
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