2007 Acura RDX vs. 2005 Honda Civic
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 Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic 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 123 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. 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) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RDX | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | RDX | Civic |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 151 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |