2007 Acura RDX vs. 1996 Audi A8
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RDX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 1996 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | RDX | A8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
