2002 Kia Pride Wagon 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 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RDX weights approximately 878 kg more than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. 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 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. 2010 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2002 Kia Pride Wagon has manual transmission. 2002 Kia Pride Wagon 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 Kia Pride Wagon | 2010 Acura RDX | |
Make | Kia | Acura |
Model | Pride Wagon | RDX |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1698 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1869 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2649 mm |