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Sportage SX Turbo vs RDX SH-AWD

Kia · Acura

1/4 Mile winner
RDX SH-AWD
Beats the Sportage SX Turbo by 0.09s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the RDX SH-AWD beats the Sportage SX Turbo by a hair, finishing 0.09 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the RDX SH-AWD thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
240 hp
272 hp
0–100 km/h
6.7s
6.6s
Top speed
210 km/h
210 km/h
Engine
I4
I4 Turbocharged
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
400 Nm
400 Nm
Price
$36,000
$50,000

Simulated race times

Distance
Sportage SX Turbo
RDX SH-AWD
100 m
6.591s
6.547s
1/8 mile
9.772s
9.711s
1/4 mile
14.760s
14.674s
1 km
26.718s
26.596s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: Sportage SX Turbo is $36,000 vs $50,000 for the RDX SH-AWD — a $14,000 gap. Power: RDX SH-AWD makes 32 hp more (240 vs 272). 0–100 km/h: RDX SH-AWD is 0.10s quicker (6.7s vs 6.6s).

FAQ

Which is faster, the Sportage SX Turbo or the RDX SH-AWD?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the RDX SH-AWD is faster, beating the Sportage SX Turbo by 0.09 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Sportage SX Turbo vs the RDX SH-AWD?

The Sportage SX Turbo hits 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds, while the RDX SH-AWD does it in 6.6 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The Sportage SX Turbo produces 240 hp; the RDX SH-AWD produces 272 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The Sportage SX Turbo tops out at 210 km/h, and the RDX SH-AWD reaches 210 km/h.

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