2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2011 Acura RDX
To start off, 2011 Acura RDX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Acadia would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2011 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 652 kg more than 2011 Acura RDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura RDX. (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Acadia | 2011 Acura RDX | |
Make | GMC | Acura |
Model | Acadia | RDX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1869 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |