2008 Acura RDX vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura RDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura RDX would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2008 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1274 kg more than 2008 Acura RDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RDX | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | RDX | F-150 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 411 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5603 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2192 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1994 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3386 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |