2010 Acura RDX vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 3 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Compass. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RDX weights approximately 225 kg more than 2013 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Acura RDX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass 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, 2010 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Compass. 2010 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2013 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2013 Jeep Compass 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 | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Acura | Jeep |
| Model | RDX | Compass |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4636 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1869 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
