2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Acura RDX
To start off, 2011 Acura RDX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RDX weights approximately 265 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Because 2011 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (410 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura RDX. (352 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2011 Acura RDX | |
Make | Ford | Acura |
Model | Mustang | RDX |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 352 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1869 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |