2013 Honda CR-Z vs. 2013 Acura ZDX
To start off, both 2013 Honda CR-Z and 2013 Acura ZDX were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 180 more horse power than 2013 Honda CR-Z. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda CR-Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ZDX weights approximately 817 kg more than 2013 Honda CR-Z. 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 2013 Honda CR-Z. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda CR-Z. (174 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda CR-Z. 2013 Acura ZDX has automatic transmission and 2013 Honda CR-Z has manual transmission. 2013 Honda CR-Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Acura ZDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Honda CR-Z | 2013 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | CR-Z | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1196 kg | 2013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4079 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2174 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1394 mm | 1596 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2435 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.5 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
