2007 Acura RDX vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 125 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RDX | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | RDX | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |