2007 Acura RDX vs. 2003 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Civic 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 155 more horse power than 2003 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Civic. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Civic. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Civic. 2007 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 2003 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | RDX | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
