2004 Hyundai Accent 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 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RDX weights approximately 749 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Hyundai Accent. 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, 2011 Acura RDX (352 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm). This means 2011 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Accent | 2011 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Hyundai | Acura |
| Model | Accent | RDX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1034 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
