2007 Acura RDX vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 6,505 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (583 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | RDX | Express |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 6505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3440 mm |
