2007 Acura RDX vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Sharan 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 131 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (109 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RDX | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | RDX | Sharan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |