2007 Acura RDX vs. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura RDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura RDX would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2007 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RDX.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RDX. 2007 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Acura RDX | 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
Model | RDX | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 4282 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 77 L |