2007 Acura RDX vs. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RDX. (353 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | RDX | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3310 mm |
