1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2010 Acura RDX
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 222 kg more than 2010 Acura RDX.
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, 1998 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura RDX. (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 2010 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Dodge | Acura |
| Model | Durango | RDX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2649 mm |
