2002 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RDX weights approximately 293 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Outback | 2010 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Subaru | Acura |
| Model | Outback | RDX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
