2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Acura RDX
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fiesta 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 139 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RDX weights approximately 590 kg more than 2006 Ford Fiesta. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta. 2010 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Fiesta | RDX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1108 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
