2007 Acura RDX vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer.
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, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer. 2007 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Explorer has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Explorer 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 | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RDX | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 100.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
