2011 Hyundai Grandeur vs. 2013 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2013 Acura ZDX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Hyundai Grandeur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai Grandeur would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Grandeur. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Grandeur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ZDX weights approximately 176 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Grandeur. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Grandeur. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura ZDX 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 ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Grandeur. (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Grandeur.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai Grandeur | 2013 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Hyundai | Acura |
| Model | Grandeur | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1837 kg | 2013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2174 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1596 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
