2010 Acura RDX vs. 2011 Acura RL
To start off, 2011 Acura RL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Acura RDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Acura RDX would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2010 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RL weights approximately 154 kg more than 2010 Acura RDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Acura RDX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura RL 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 RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura RDX. (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Acura RDX | 2011 Acura RL | |
| Make | Acura | Acura |
| Model | RDX | RL |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4636 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1869 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |
