2002 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Acura RDX
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2010 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RDX weights approximately 123 kg more than 2002 Ford Mustang.
Because 2010 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2002 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura RDX. (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura RDX. 2010 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Mustang | 2010 Acura RDX | |
Make | Ford | Acura |
Model | Mustang | RDX |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1869 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |