2010 Acura RDX vs. 2011 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix20 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 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 118 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (122 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RDX weights approximately 404 kg more than 2011 Hyundai ix20. 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai ix20.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Acura RDX | 2011 Hyundai ix20 | |
Make | Acura | Hyundai |
Model | RDX | ix20 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1294 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4636 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1869 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2615 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |