2010 Acura RDX vs. 2009 Opel Agila
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Opel Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Opel Agila 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 161 more horse power than 2009 Opel Agila. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RDX weights approximately 643 kg more than 2009 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Agila. 2010 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Agila has manual transmission. 2009 Opel Agila will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Acura RDX | 2009 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | RDX | Agila |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4636 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1869 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 41 L |
