2007 Acura RDX vs. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RDX.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RDX | 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | RDX | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2070 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |