2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2010 Acura RDX
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 687 kg more than 2010 Acura RDX.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2010 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Aveo | RDX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
