2007 Acura RDX vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic 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 151 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | RDX | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
