2007 Acura RDX vs. 2008 Audi TT
To start off, 2008 Audi TT 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 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 19 more horse power than 2008 Audi TT. (221 HP @ 2200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi TT.
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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi TT. 2007 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2008 Audi TT 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 2008 Audi TT | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | RDX | TT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
