2008 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 Acura RDX
To start off, 2013 Acura RDX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2013 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura RDX weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Ford Falcon.
Because 2013 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2008 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura RDX. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Falcon | 2013 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Falcon | RDX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1749 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4967 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1868 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1678 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2838 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
