2009 Acura RDX vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 4 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Acura RDX. (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 286 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.
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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RDX. (260 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RDX. 2009 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | RDX | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2297 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2895 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |