2007 Acura RDX vs. 2007 Audi A3
To start off, both 2007 Acura RDX and 2007 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 43 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A3. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RDX | 2007 Audi A3 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | RDX | A3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |