2007 Acura RDX vs. 2005 Honda Element
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 Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Honda Element. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Element.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Element. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RDX | 2005 Honda Element | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | RDX | Element |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 218 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |