2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2011 Acura RDX
To start off, 2011 Acura RDX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 355 kg more than 2011 Acura RDX.
Because 2011 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Durango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Acura RDX (352 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm). This means 2011 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 2011 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Dodge | Acura |
| Model | Durango | RDX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2138 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 68 L |
