2007 Acura RDX vs. 2005 Acura RL
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RDX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 353 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2007 Acura RDX | 2005 Acura RL | |
Make | Acura | Acura |
Model | RDX | RL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |