2009 Acura RDX vs. 2009 Ferrari California
To start off, both 2009 Acura RDX and 2009 Ferrari California were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2009 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari California weights approximately 285 kg more than 2009 Acura RDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ferrari California. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RDX. 2009 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2009 Ferrari California has manual transmission. 2009 Ferrari California will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RDX | 2009 Ferrari California | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | RDX | California |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1308 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |
