2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2013 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura RDX weights approximately 219 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura RDX. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2013 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Porsche | Acura |
| Model | 911 | RDX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1749 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1320 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1678 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |
