2007 Acura RDX vs. 1999 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Prius. (127 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Prius.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Prius. 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, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Prius. (108 Nm). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 1999 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | RDX | Prius |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
