2007 Acura RDX vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RDX | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | RDX | Accord |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |