2011 Acura RDX vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Acura RDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Acura RDX would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2011 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 559 kg more than 2011 Acura RDX. 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 2013 GMC Sierra. 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura RDX. (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Acura RDX | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | RDX | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 472 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 2342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4636 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1869 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
