2009 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2013 Acura RDX
To start off, 2013 Acura RDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2013 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura RDX weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2013 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Infiniti QX56. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura RDX. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti QX56 | 2013 Acura RDX | |
Make | Infiniti | Acura |
Model | QX56 | RDX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 533 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1749 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1678 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 60 L |