2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2013 Acura RDX
To start off, 2013 Acura RDX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2013 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2013 Acura RDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura RDX. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Q7 | 2013 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | Q7 | RDX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1749 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1678 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
