2007 Acura RDX vs. 2002 Infiniti I35
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti I35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti I35 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti I35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti I35 (255 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I35 should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RDX.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Infiniti I35. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti I35. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti I35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 2002 Infiniti I35 | |
| Make | Acura | Infiniti |
| Model | RDX | I35 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| 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 | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
