2003 Toyota Caldina vs. 2010 Acura RDX
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Caldina 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 110 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Caldina. (130 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RDX weights approximately 453 kg more than 2003 Toyota Caldina. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Caldina. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Toyota Caldina | 2010 Acura RDX | |
Make | Toyota | Acura |
Model | Caldina | RDX |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1762 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1698 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1869 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |