2011 Acura RDX vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2011 Acura RDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2011 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RDX weights approximately 732 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
Because 2010 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Acura RDX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 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 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura RDX. (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura RDX. 2011 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2010 Ford F-350 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 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | RDX | F-350 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4636 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1869 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 3610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 115 L |