2007 Acura RDX vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 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 101 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RDX | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | RDX | Civic |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |