2010 Acura RDX vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2010 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 147 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.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2011 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura RDX. (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Acura RDX | 2011 Audi A6 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | RDX | A6 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 3000 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 | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4636 mm | 4933 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1869 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |