2007 Acura RDX vs. 2000 Audi R8
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi R8 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Audi R8. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi R8.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi R8. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi R8. (339 Nm). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 2000 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | RDX | R8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 3595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
