2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Acura RDX
To start off, 2012 Acura RDX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2012 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura RDX weights approximately 263 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura RDX 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura RDX. (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura RDX. 2012 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2004 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Corvette | RDX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |
