2007 Acura RDX vs. 2001 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Camry.

Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Camry. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Acura RDX 2001 Toyota Camry
Make Acura Toyota
Model RDX Camry
Year Released 2007 2001
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2299 cc 2362 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 240 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.4 mm 88.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.1 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 9.6:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2730 mm


 

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