2007 Acura RDX vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Sorento. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | RDX | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2497 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 | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
