2009 Acura RDX vs. 2009 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2009 Acura RDX and 2009 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Opel Astra. (197 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura RDX weights approximately 64 kg more than 2009 Opel Astra. 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 Opel Astra. 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 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Astra. 2009 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2009 Opel Astra 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.
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2009 Acura RDX | 2009 Opel Astra | |
Make | Acura | Opel |
Model | RDX | Astra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |