2012 Acura RDX vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Acura RDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Acura RDX would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (503 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2012 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 92 kg more than 2012 Acura RDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jaguar XF (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura RDX. (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Acura RDX | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Acura | Jaguar |
Model | RDX | XF |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 625 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4636 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1869 mm | 2053 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2909 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |