2009 Acura RDX vs. 2010 Volvo V70
To start off, 2010 Volvo V70 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RDX (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Volvo V70. (235 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura RDX weights approximately 186 kg more than 2010 Volvo V70. 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 Volvo V70. 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 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RDX. (260 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RDX | 2010 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Acura | Volvo |
Model | RDX | V70 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2297 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |