2009 Hyundai Elantra 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 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2011 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. 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, 2011 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. 2011 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Elantra | 2011 Acura RDX | |
Make | Hyundai | Acura |
Model | Elantra | RDX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1869 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |