2010 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2013 Acura RDX
To start off, 2013 Acura RDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura RDX weights approximately 164 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2013 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura RDX 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, 2013 Acura RDX (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. (310 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Hyundai Sonata | 2013 Acura RDX | |
Make | Hyundai | Acura |
Model | Sonata | RDX |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3300 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1749 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4798 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1831 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1678 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2728 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |