2004 Mazda 3 vs. 2010 Acura RDX
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 3 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 80 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 3. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RDX weights approximately 416 kg more than 2004 Mazda 3. 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) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 3. (203 Nm). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 3 | 2010 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Mazda | Acura |
| Model | 3 | RDX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1282 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
