2009 Acura RDX vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Acura RDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Acura RDX would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1083 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 2010 GMC Yukon. 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, 2010 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RDX | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | RDX | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
