1998 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2012 Acura RDX
To start off, 2012 Acura RDX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura RDX weights approximately 584 kg more than 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2012 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix (400 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura RDX. (352 Nm). This means 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2012 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Pontiac | Acura |
| Model | Grand Prix | RDX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1199 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
