2011 Acura RDX vs. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Acura RDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RDX weights approximately 503 kg more than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. 2011 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Acura RDX | 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | RDX | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4636 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1869 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
